Turkey Spinach Salad with Maple Dressing

"My husband and I love to hike in New England," "The maple syrup in Vermont is wonderful, and we always bring some home to extend the vacation spirit. This recipe I created reminds us of those lovely days."

Turkey Spinach Salad with Maple Dressing

Average Rating: 4.5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
YIELD: 2 servings.

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 7 cups)
  • 1/4 pound sliced deli smoked turkey, cut into strips
  • 2/3 cup sliced baby portobello mushrooms
  • 1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
  • 1/3 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup walnut halves
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped shallot
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced

Instructions

  • 1. In a large salad bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

3-1/2 cups: 387 calories, 22g fat (3g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 617mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.