A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring tender baby spinach, accented by the salty tang of feta, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty red wine vinaigrette. A symphony of textures and flavors that dance on the palate.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
Carbohydrate
13 g
Cholesterol
8 mg
Fiber
4 g
Protein
7 g
Saturated Fat
3 g
Sodium
327 mg
Sugar
3 g
Fat
15 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a large salad bowl, gently combine the baby spinach, carrots, green onions, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, black beans, and toasted pine nuts. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice until emulsified. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. (2 minutes)
03
Step
3 mins
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the spinach mixture. Gently toss to coat, ensuring each leaf is lightly dressed. (3 minutes)
04
Step
Serve immediately. For optimal flavor and texture, avoid dressing the salad too far in advance.
For an added layer of flavor, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp.
If you don't have pine nuts, substitute with walnuts or almonds.
Adjust the amount of red wine vinegar and lemon juice to your preference.
Use high-quality feta cheese for the best flavor.
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Daphne Reynolds
Jul 1, 2025This salad is so easy to make and always a hit! The pine nuts really elevate it.
Marty Herzog
Jul 1, 2025I added some grilled chicken and it was a complete meal. Delicious!
Clovis Gerhold
Jun 30, 2025Great recipe! I used goat cheese instead of feta and it was amazing.
Donna Macgyver
Jun 30, 2025My family loves this salad! I sometimes add dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.
Loyce Gerhold
Jun 27, 2025The vinaigrette is perfect – not too acidic.