Entry #3237, February 10, 2014

Spinach salad is a great way to increase your vegetable intake. Lightly tossing it with your favorite toppings such as raspberry jam or warm maple syrup can quickly dress up a regular vegetable salad. We point you a healthy salad recipe with nutritious spinach, fresh raspberry, and kiwis.

Crunchy Raspberry & Spinach Salad

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Preparation time: 10-15 minutes

Yields: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons raspberry jam

2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar

3 tablespoons olive oil

8 cups spinach, fresh and torn into pieces

¾ cup chopped, toasted almonds or walnuts

1-cup fresh raspberries

3 Kiwis, peeled and sliced

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Procedure

For dressing, combine jam and vinegar in a blender or small bowl. Add oil in thin stream. Blend well.

In a large salad bowl, gently mix spinach, ½ of raspberries, ½ of kiwi’s, ½ of almonds or walnuts. Top with remaining ingredients (1/2 of raspberries, kiwis, and nuts.) Drizzle with dressing and serve.

Merging sweet raspberries with earthy elements of spinach is a mouthwatering combo. Try this healthy salad for a light dinner or just pack some for a quick lunch on the go!

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