This salad is packed with healthy fats, vibrant veggies, and the natural sweetness of Manuka honey—perfect for a nourishing meal!
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
4 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
Optional: sliced cucumbers, radishes, or any of your favorite salad veggies
For the Manuka Honey Vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons Manuka honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Salad:
In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh spinach leaves, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and toasted walnuts.
Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
Make the Manuka Honey Vinaigrette:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the Manuka honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
Gradually add the olive oil while continuing to whisk, until the vinaigrette is well-emulsified.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Dress the Salad:
Drizzle the Manuka honey vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
Toss the salad lightly to coat the ingredients with the dressing.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the salad immediately as a light lunch or as a side dish to your favorite main course.
Optionally, garnish with extra walnuts or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.