Description
This Balsamic Cranberry Salad is a refreshing and light dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring fresh baby spinach tossed with crunchy slivered almonds, sweet dried cranberries, tangy balsamic vinegar, and creamy feta cheese, this colorful salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free, it makes a perfect side or a healthy lunch option.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 8 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, stems removed
- â…› cup slivered almonds
- ¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing
- 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Seasoned salt, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the fresh baby spinach, slivered almonds, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta cheese. Gently mix to distribute the ingredients evenly throughout the bowl.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle the salad mixture with balsamic vinegar evenly over the top. Then sprinkle seasoned salt according to your taste preference to enhance the flavors.
- Toss and Serve: Carefully toss the salad using salad tongs or clean hands to coat the spinach and other ingredients evenly with the vinegar and seasoning. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp texture and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the slivered almonds lightly before adding them to the salad.
- Use fresh baby spinach for best texture; avoid older leaves which can be wilted.
- Adjust the amount of balsamic vinegar and seasoned salt according to your taste preference.
- This salad is best served immediately after dressing to prevent spinach from wilting.
- To make it vegan, substitute feta cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative or omit it completely.
