SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM MAPLE DRESSING

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Use real maple syrup for a salad that you will love! Adapted from The Essential Eating Well Cookbook.

Provided by Sharon123

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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 1/4 cup cheddar cheese

Steps:

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.
Toss spinach and cucumber in a salad bowl.
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.
Immediately pour dressing over the spinach and cucumber. Toss well and sprinkle with cheese and toasted pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.9, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 65.5, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 7.9, Protein 3.5

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