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Spinach Salad With Caramelized Pecans Recipe

Spinach Salad With Caramelized Pecans Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp butter
1/2 cup pecan halves
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 (6 oz) package fresh baby spinach (i also like to make it with a combination of freshbaby spinach and baby greens)
1 large granny smith apple, cored, sliced and then cut each slice into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp white vinegar

Directions:

Melt butter in small frying pan over low heat.
Add pecans and brown sugar.
Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly until mixture is caramelized.
Spread out on wax paper to cool.
In bowl toss together spinach, pecans, apple and cheese.
Add oil and vinegar and toss again until everything is coated.
Chef's note: To make ahead for a special dinner-toss apple with dressing. Layer on greens, cheese and pecans. Cover with plastic wrap and put in refrigerator until needed, tossing just before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	358.91 Kcal (1503 kJ)
Calories from fat	321.29 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	35.7g	55%
Cholesterol	24.32mg	8%
Sodium	216.36mg	9%
Potassium	180.77mg	4%
Total Carbs	7.53g	3%
Sugars	4.26g	17%
Dietary Fiber	2.8g	11%
Protein	5.83g	12%
Vitamin C	2.3mg	4%
Iron	1.3mg	7%
Calcium	124mg	12%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	473.41 Kcal (1982 kJ)
Calories from fat	423.78 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	47.09g	55%
Cholesterol	32.08mg	8%
Sodium	285.38mg	9%
Potassium	238.43mg	4%
Total Carbs	9.93g	3%
Sugars	5.62g	17%
Dietary Fiber	3.7g	11%
Protein	7.69g	12%
Vitamin C	3mg	4%
Iron	1.7mg	7%
Calcium	163.6mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

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savory
bitter
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