Cranberry-Pecan Spinach Salad

By Hklbrries

Ingredients

• Dressing:
• 1 lb fresh baby spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup pecan pieces
• 3/4 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
• 1 cup dried sweetened cranberries
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 2 teaspoons minced onion
• 1/4 tsp paprika

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine spinach, pecans, blue cheese and cranberries. Set aside.

To prepare the dressing, combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together.

Just before serving, pour the dressing over the spinach mixture and toss well.

Tip: Toasted slivered almonds can be substituted for the pecans.