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| Nutrition Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
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Serving Size 1 (192g) Recipe makes 4 servings The following items or measurements are not included below: smoked cheese |
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| Calories 130 | ||
| Calories from Fat 69 | (53%) | |
| Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
| Total Fat 7.8g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat 0.8g | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 4.5g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | ||
| Trans Fat 0.0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 65mg | 2% | |
| Potassium 623mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.2g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 11% | |
| Sugars 7.9g | ||
| Protein 3.5g | 7% | |
Spinach Salad With Warm Maple Dressing
By: Sharon123
Nov 20, 2006
Use real maple syrup for a salad that you will love! Adapted from The Essential Eating Well Cookbook.
SERVES 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
- 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, torn or 12 cups baby spinach
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- salt & freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup shredded smoked cheese (such as Gouda) or cheddar cheese
Directions
1
Toast pecans in a small dry skillet over low heat, stirring often, until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool.2
Toss spinach and cucumber in a salad bowl.3
Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add vinegar and maple syrup and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper.4
Immediately pour dressing over the spinach and cucumber. Toss well and sprinkle with cheese and toasted pecans.
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Featured Reviews for This Recipe
From: sushi007
On Oct 20, 2008
I love the simplicity - yet presents elegantly! I added fresh mandarin orange pieces and used smoked applewood cheese. I will definitely make this again. Thank You!
From: TeresaS
On Mar 16, 2008
Quick and easy to put together. Has a nice crisp texture, full of flavor with a hint of sweetness. DH said this is a keeper. I have to agree with him. I did not peel nor seed the cucumber. We like the presentation of the forked cucumber and the seeds don't bother us. We really enjoyed the smoked Gouda cheese with this dish. Overall a keeper. Thanks Saron123 for posting/
From: LonghornMama
On Jul 6, 2008
Made as directed and absolutely loved it! Have even made the dressing without precooking the shallot (lazy!) and it was still very good. Used smoked Gouda. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
From: Boomette
On Apr 5, 2008
This is so good. I'll give this recipe to my MIL and mother. They have to try this. I'll make it again this summer. I used green onions instead of shallots. I didn't peel the cucumber. I used Smoked Gouda Cheese. The taste is so good with the toasted pecans. Thanks Sharon 
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