Description
A fresh and vibrant raspberry-spinach salad featuring creamy avocado, crunchy toasted walnuts, and a bright citrus vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or a healthy side dish, this salad combines sweet and tart flavors with nutritious greens and fruit.
Ingredients
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For the Citrus Vinaigrette
- 1 small orange
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
For the Salad
- 1 medium avocado, chopped
- 6-ounce package raspberries
- 5-ounce package baby spinach
- 3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
- Additional orange segments for garnish (from the first orange)
Instructions
- Prepare the Orange: Instead of using the 1 orange initially, supreme 1 orange by peeling and removing the segments, then set aside for later. Zest the remaining orange to get ½ teaspoon zest, then juice it to get 2 tablespoons juice; combine the zest and juice in a large bowl.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk in 1½ tablespoons lemon juice, chopped shallot, 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard and ¼ teaspoon salt into the orange juice mixture. Let stand for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Toast the Walnuts: Place ¾ cup walnuts in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant and toasted, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Emulsify the Dressing: While whisking constantly, slowly stream in 3 tablespoons of olive oil until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: Gently toss the chopped avocado, raspberries, spinach, and orange segments with the dressing until evenly coated. Sprinkle the toasted walnuts on top before serving.
Notes
- Refrigerate the dressing in an airtight container for up to 3 days; shake before using.
- Toast walnuts ahead of time and store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- This salad is best served immediately but can be prepared in stages to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups (about 250g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 146mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
