How to make Spinach Salad

 Spinach Salad

Here's a step-by-step guide to making a simple and delicious spinach salad.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups of fresh baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

• Half a red onion, cut into slim strips.

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cup sliced mushrooms

• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1/4 cup sliced almonds or walnuts

• 1/2 avocado, sliced

• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced (optional)

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the dressing:

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon honey

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the dressing:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Add the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

2. Prepare the Salad Ingredients:

   • Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.

   • Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.

   • Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

   • Clean and slice the mushrooms, then add them to the bowl.

   • Crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.

   • Slice the almonds or walnuts and sprinkle them over the salad.

   • Slice the avocado and arrange it on top of the salad.

   • If using, slice the hard-boiled eggs and add them to the salad.

3. Assemble the Salad:

   • Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad.

   • Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients and ensure they are evenly coated with the dressing.

4. Season and Serve:

   • Taste the salad and add salt and pepper if needed.

   • Serve immediately and enjoy!

This spinach salad is versatile. Feel free to add or swap ingredients based on your tastes.