Fresh tomato & spinach salad
Fresh and delicious Tomato & Spinach Salad featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp spinach, nutty pine nuts, and tangy parmesan cheese. Tossed with a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing and garnished with aromatic basil leaves, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or a tasty side dish.
- 07 Apr 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 8 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
This FreshTomato & Spinach Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish that perfectly blends the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, the earthiness of spinach, and the rich flavors of pine nuts and parmesan cheese. It's quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for a healthy lunch or a delightful side dish at dinner.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar until well combined.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and cut them in halves.
- Wash the spinach leaves and pat them dry.
- Lightly toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Make sure to stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Gently tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces.
- Place the spinach leaves in a large salad bowl.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and the toasted pine nuts.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the salad.
- Add the torn basil leaves to the mixture.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve the tomato & spinach salad immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Tips:
- For extra freshness, refrigerate the salad for about 20 minutes before serving.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden brown. This will enhance their nutty flavor.
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar for the dressing to bring out the best flavors.
- Mix the salad just before serving to keep the spinach leaves crisp and prevent them from wilting.
- Feel free to add other fresh herbs like mint or parsley for an extra burst of flavor.
This FreshTomato & Spinach Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. The combination of cherry tomatoes and spinach offers a variety of vitamins and minerals, while the pine nuts add a delightful crunch and the parmesan cheese brings a touch of savory richness. Enjoy this vibrant salad on its own or as a complement to your favorite main courses.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 60 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 77kcal | 4% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 3.03g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 2.80g | 1% |
| Fiber 0.76g | 2% |
| Sugar 0.91g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 14g | 16% |
| Saturated 2.16g | 7% |
| Cholesterol 4.35mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 70ug | 8% |
| Choline 9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.07mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.51mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.06mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B9 24ug | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 0.07ug | 3% |
| Vitamin C 8mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E 1.07mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K 80ug | 66% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 60mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.12mg | 13% |
| Iron, Fe 0.63mg | 6% |
| Magnesium, Mg 36mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus, P 80mg | 7% |
| Potassium, K 170mg | 5% |
| Selenium, Se 1.80ug | 3% |
| Sodium, Na 110mg | 7% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.75mg | 7% |
| Water | |
| Water 40g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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