Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
A slightly sweet balsamic vinaigrette stands in for the sugary dressings usually served with spinach salad. Whole-grain mustard is milder than Dijon and gives the vinaigrette a pleasant texture.
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A slightly sweet balsamic vinaigrette stands in for the sugary dressings usually served with spinach salad. Whole-grain mustard is milder than Dijon and gives the vinaigrette a pleasant texture.
Ingredients
Balsamic vinaigrette
- 1 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbs. whole-grain Dijon mustard
- 3 Tbs. olive oil
- 1/4 tsp. salt, optional
Salad
- 6 cups spinach leaves
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
Preparation
1. To make Balsamic Vinaigrette: Whisk together vinegar and mustard in bowl. Whisk in oil until sauce is emulsified and smooth. Season with salt, if using.
2. To make Salad: Toss together spinach, onion, tomatoes, and Balsamic Vinaigrette in large bowl. Garnish with eggs and pecans.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 168
- Carbohydrate Content 7 g
- Cholesterol Content 62 mg
- Fat Content 15 g
- Fiber Content 3 g
- Protein Content 4 g
- Saturated Fat Content 2 g
- Sodium Content 113 mg
- Sugar Content 3 g