Apple Walnut Spinach Salad

Ingredients:

• 5 cups Fresh Baby Spinach, washed and drained
• 1 large Apple, cored and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup Walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 1/4 cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup Dried Cranberries
• 3 Tbsp Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 Tbsp Franklin Raw Honey or Maple Syrup
• 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
• Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the EVOO, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the baby spinach, apple slices, red onion, and dried cranberries.
• Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients well.
• Just before serving, add the toasted walnuts and feta cheese (if using) to the salad and give it a final gentle toss.
• Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.