Spinach Salad

A spinach salad is a go-to quick lunch for me. A spinach salad may sound simple, but with my favorite mix-ins, this salad turns into an incredible combination of flavors and textures. This salad is not only perfect as-is, but is ripe for variations and additions. Ready to upgrade your salad game? Keep reading on for all of my top tips on how to make this healthy lunch: 

How to make the best spinach salad:
I used crisp apple, sliced red onion, briny feta, and toasted almonds in this salad for the perfectly balanced bowl. To go the extra mile, I definitely recommend toasting your own almonds. Not only does it give them a better texture, but it amplifies the flavor ten-fold. 

The dressing:
The homemade vinaigrette is the key to tying the entire salad together. Olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper (to taste) combine to make this simple dressing. If you prefer, you can use a shallot instead of garlic. 

Variations:
While I think this is the ultimate combination of flavors, you can really experiment with this salad as you please. Switch up the fruit by incorporating blackberries or mandarin oranges instead. Swap out the toasted almonds for pecans, or add goat cheese instead of feta. Use the simple homemade dressing, and it will tie your salad together no matter your mix-ins. 

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