Apple Spinach Salad with Feta, Pistachios, and Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing
A refreshing and quick salad packed with sweet apples, vibrant spinach, crunchy pistachios, and a tangy honey-mustard lemon dressing.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 4 cups fresh spinach washed and dried
- 1 large apple (sweet variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup shelled pistachios chopped (or walnuts for a twist)
- ¼ cup red onion optional, thinly sliced (for a zesty kick)
For the dressing
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (or honey mustard for sweetness)
- 1 large lemon juiced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, apple slices, feta, pistachios, and optional red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Combine
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure every ingredient is coated.
Serve
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve.
Notes
Make it Ahead: Assemble the salad without dressing in an airtight container. Dress when ready to eat. Customize Your Crunch: Swap pistachios for almonds or pecans. Balance the Flavors: Adjust honey for sweetness as desired.