Summer Fruit & Spinach Salad

Name: Summer Fruit & Spinach Salad
Yield: 8 servings of 1 cup/250 mL
Ingredients: 1 pkg (8 oz/227 g) fresh baby spinach; ½ cup (125 mL) red seedless grapes; ½ cup (125 mL) fresh strawberries, stems removed, sliced; 1 large kiwi, peeled, cut in half lengthwise, sliced; ½ cup (125 mL) pecan halves, toasted; ½ cup (125 mL) vegetable oil; 1/3 cup (75 mL) raspberry vinegar; 1 tbsp (15 mL) seedless raspberry jam; 1 tbsp (15 mL) sugar; ¼ tsp (1 mL) salt

This light, easy and delicious salad is perfect for brunches, bridal showers or a light dinner.

Ingredients

1 pkg (8 oz/227 g) fresh baby spinach
½ cup (125 mL) red seedless grapes
½ cup (125 mL) fresh strawberries, stems removed, sliced
1 large kiwi, peeled, cut in half lengthwise, sliced
½ cup (125 mL) pecan halves, toasted

½ cup (125 mL) vegetable oil
1/3 cup (75 mL) raspberry vinegar
1 tbsp (15 mL) seedless raspberry jam
1 tbsp (15 mL) sugar
¼ tsp (1 mL) salt

Directions

Place the spinach in a large serving bowl.
Cut the grapes with the Quick Slice; tip slicer over salad greens. Repeat with strawberries and kiwi. Top with pecans.
For the dressing, combine all the ingredients in Measure, Mix & Pour®. Mix until well blended. Drizzle ¼ cup (60 mL) dressing over salad; toss lightly just before serving.

Yield:

8 servings of 1 cup/250 mL

Nutrients per serving:

Calories 60 , Total Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 35 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g

Cook's Tips:

Place pecans in 2-Qt(2-L) Micro-Cooker®. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 2 minutes, stirring halfway through or until fragrant. Cool completely.

Always rinse and dry your lettuce and berries. For best results, use the Salad & Berry Spinner to remove excess water to help dressings cling better and keep produce crisp.