Quick Citrus Spinach Salad |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This simple green salad is the perfect partner for meals throughout the year. Every bite is bursting with spinach, raisins and oranges. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil |
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar |
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar |
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel |
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
dash pepper |
dash ground nutmeg |
6 cups torn fresh spinach |
3 medium naval oranges, peeled and sectioned |
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced |
1/2 cup raisins |
1/2 cup julienned red onion |
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted |
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, sugar, orange peel, tarragon, salt, pepper and nutmeg. In a serving bowl, combine the spinach, oranges, avocado, raisins, and onion. Sprinkle with almonds and sesame seeds. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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