Apple Cranberry Spinach Salad
Brighten your plate with our Vegan Apple Cranberry Spinach Salad with Feta! Fresh spinach, crisp apples, sweet cranberries, and crunchy nuts mingle with vegan feta, all tossed in a mouthwatering maple, apple cider vinaigrette. Quick and easy, this salad is a burst of flavors that's as friendly on your taste buds as it is on your time. Enjoy the vibrant goodness of fall in every bite! ??This versatile Vegan Spinach Apple Cranberry Feta Salad is perfect as a side dish for dinner or a delightful lunch pairing with a sandwich, soup, or bread. Packed with plant-based goodness, it's not just flavorful but also gluten-free, catering to a range of dietary preferences.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 6 cups fresh spinach (baby spinach or a mix is best)
- 1 large apple, thinly sliced (choose a crisp variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup vegan feta cheese, crumbled or dolloped
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds, or toasted pumpkin seeds (optional)
For the salad dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh baby spinach, thinly sliced apple, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, and crumbled vegan feta cheese.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients. Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the vinaigrette.
- Plate the salad on individual plates or a serving platter. Optionally, sprinkle a bit more vegan feta on top for an extra burst of flavor.