BLUEBERRY AND ORANGE SPINACH SALAD

Blueberry and Orange Spinach Salad image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
2 teaspoons real maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons sugar
4 cups torn fresh spinach leaves
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 medium oranges, peeled, cut into sections (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with foil. In small bowl, mix pecans and syrup until pecans are well coated. Spread pecans on foil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Bake 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pecans are lightly toasted. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat orange juice, vinegar, oil and 2 teaspoons sugar with wire whisk until well blended.
In large bowl, toss spinach, blueberries and orange sections. Pour dressing over salad; toss. Sprinkle with pecans. Serve immediately.