Spinach, also known as spinach leaves, is a familiar dish with many benefits for the body, easily prepared into stir-fried dishes, mixed salads. Join TasteVN to the kitchen to make 3 types of salad with spinach right away!
1. Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Almonds
Preparation
15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Almonds Serves 2
Baby spinach 200 gr Feta cheese 60 gr Strawberries 170 gr Olive oil 2 tablespoons White Balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon (fragrant grape vinegar) Roasted almonds 60 gr Toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon Seasoning a little (salt/pepper)
How to choose fresh and delicious strawberries
- It is advisable to choose strawberries that still have their stems and leaves intact, with a characteristic fragrant smell.
- High-quality strawberries usually have a bright red color and are plump with juice. Berries that are dark red may have been mixed with lower quality ones by the seller. Avoid purchasing those with green spots, as strawberries do not continue to ripen after being picked like other types of fruit.
- Be cautious of strawberries that are overly plump and excessively large, as they may have absorbed too much water. If black spots appear, it means they are starting to rot.
See more: 5 benefits of strawberries, common types of strawberries, and dishes made from strawberries
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How to prepare Spinach Strawberry Salad with Almonds
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Prepare the strawberries
Wash the strawberries, remove the stems, and then slice them.
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Prepare the spinach
Remove the stems from the spinach and discard any wilted or wormy leaves, then rinse with clean water.
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Make the dressing
Prepare a large bowl, add 1 tablespoon of white Balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, and 1/3 teaspoon of pepper. Crumble the Feta cheese moderately, then add it to the bowl.
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Crush the almonds
After roasting or toasting the almonds until golden, crush them slightly so that they break apart, being careful not to crush them too finely.
Tip:
If using raw almonds, you should roast them thoroughly to avoid poisoning when consumed.
See details: What are almonds? 8 miraculous effects of almonds on health
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Mix the salad
Add the almonds, toasted sesame seeds, and strawberries to the bowl of dressing. Mix well, then add the spinach, and toss to ensure the greens and strawberries are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Final Product
A simple salad that is incredibly nutritious and delicious, not too heavy with the blend of ingredients like spinach, strawberries, almonds, and cheese.
2. Spinach Apple and Walnut Salad
Preparation
29 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Spinach Apple and Walnut Salad Serves 4
Baby spinach 180 g Red apple 1 piece Green apple 1 piece Red onion 1/2 bulb Walnuts 30 g Goat cheese 60 g Blue cheese 35 g (Blue cheese) Balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons (fruity vinegar) Maple syrup 4 tablespoons (maple syrup) Olive oil 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Apples
- Choose round, plump apples that feel heavy and firm
- Look for smooth, shiny apples with bright colors.
- It’s best to select apples that are carefully wrapped in bags or plastic.
- Avoid apples with bruised skin, worm holes, or signs of spoilage.
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How to make Spinach Apple Salad with Walnuts
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Slice the ingredients
Wash the apple thoroughly, then slice it thinly, about 0.5 cm. After slicing, soak the apple in cold water with a little salt to prevent it from browning.
Also slice the red onion thinly.
Tip:
After cutting the onion, you can put it in ice water to reduce its pungency.
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Make the dressing
Mix balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard together to make the dressing.
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Mix salad
Add apples, red onions, and spinach to a large bowl, then drizzle the dressing over and mix well. Top with chopped walnuts, blue cheese, and goat cheese to finish.
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Finished product
Spinach salad with apple and walnut is a nutritious dish, extremely delicious from fresh ingredients, accompanied by a special rich dressing that creates the highlight of the dish.
3. Corn spinach salad
Preparation
20 minutes
Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Spinach Corn Salad Serves 3
Baby spinach 100 gr Cucumber 1/2 piece Onion 1/2 bulb Green bell pepper 1/2 piece Yellow bell pepper 1/2 piece Carrot 1 piece Cabbage leaves 50 gr Corn kernels 200 gr Cherry tomatoes 12 pieces Olive oil 1 tablespoon Minced garlic 1 teaspoon Soy sauce 1 teaspoon Honey 1.5 tablespoons Chili powder 1/4 teaspoon Lemon juice 30 ml Chaat Masala powder 1/2 teaspoon Seasoning a little (salt/pepper) Roasted sesame seeds 30 gr Black raspberries 100 gr Cranberries 100 gr
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh tomatoes:
- You should choose tomatoes with smooth, shiny skin, plump, juicy, bright red color, and green stems.
- Avoid selecting those that are bruised or have small black spots, and have uneven colors of green and red.
- If you touch them and they feel too soft or too hard, or if juice comes out, then do not buy them; they may be spoiled.
How to choose delicious corn:
- Choose corn with bright green husks, and the corn silk should not be wilted or dry.
- Pay attention to the corn cob; it should be fresh and not dry, as this indicates sweeter corn kernels inside.
- The corn kernels should be shiny yellow, uniform, and straight without any strange colors.
- Do not choose corn with dry outer husks or cloudy white colors, as such ears are often too old or dried out.
- You can buy canned corn or fresh corn to boil and then separate the kernels.
How to choose fresh cucumbers:
- You can choose cucumbers that are bright green, evenly colored, and intact.
- Opt for cucumbers that are straight, elongated, and not bent, as these are denser, sweeter, and crunchier than those with uneven sizes.
- Avoid cucumbers with bumps, yellow or white spots, that feel light and too soft. Choose those that are of a moderate size, feel heavy, and have smooth skin.
How to choose good bell peppers:
- When buying bell peppers, you should choose those with shiny, thick, smooth skin and still have their stems. It’s best to buy ones that feel heavy and have bright colors, as these are fresh, tasty, and nutritious bell peppers.
- Avoid bell peppers that are soft, feel flimsy, and have blemishes or cracks on the skin.
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How to Make Spinach Corn Salad
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Prepare the vegetables
Cucumber, carrot, onion, green and yellow bell peppers should be cut into small pieces about 1 – 2 cm.
Cherry tomatoes should be washed clean and then cut in half.
Soak the spinach in salt water for 5 – 10 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
Tear the cabbage leaves into small pieces.
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Mix the vegetables
Add the prepared vegetables into a bowl, then add the corn and spinach, and mix all the ingredients well.
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Mix the salad dressing
Add a mixture of 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1.5 tablespoons of honey, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, 30ml of lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of chaat masala, and about 1/3 teaspoon of salt, then stir well for about 2 minutes.
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Completion
Drizzle a little dressing over the salad and mix well, adding or reducing the dressing according to taste. Add some toasted sesame seeds, raspberries, and blueberries on top to finish.
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Final Product
The rich and diverse combination of fruits and vegetables, combined with a flavorful dressing, makes spinach corn salad a nutritious dish that cannot be missed.
How to choose fresh and delicious spinach
- Choose green, fresh bunches that still have roots.
- Avoid selecting spinach with broken or bruised stems and leaves.
- Choose spinach with bright green leaves, not too dark, which indicates that the spinach is still young and contains many nutrients.
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