Pineapple Spinach Salad
This Pineapple Spinach Salad is a refreshing and vibrant twist on the classic spinach salad, featuring the sweetness of pineapple, savory feta cheese, and crunchy candied pecans. The homemade dressing adds a tangy finish, making it the perfect dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup olive oil
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
1 tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
⅛ to ¼ teaspoon dry mustard (optional)
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons brown sugar
10–13 ounces spinach
1 pineapple, chopped into bite-size pieces
6 ounces feta cheese
Instructions
- Make the dressing: Combine garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and dry mustard (if using) in a mason jar or tupperware. Seal and shake until well combined. Set aside.
- Candy the pecans: In a pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add pecans, stir to coat, and sprinkle brown sugar over them. Cook for 2-5 minutes until the sugar starts to caramelize. Place on a wax paper-lined sheet to cool.
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, add spinach, pineapple, and feta cheese. Toss gently to combine.
- Assemble the salad: Sprinkle cooled candied pecans over the salad. Serve with dressing on the side, drizzling it over the salad just before serving.
Notes
If you don’t have pecans, substitute with walnuts or almonds.
For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or substitute with dairy-free cheese.
To add protein, consider topping the salad with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
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