Fresh Mushroom and Spinach Salad

Brighten up your table with this Fresh Mushroom and Spinach Salad, a wholesome, no-cook recipe that’s bursting with flavor and nutrition. Featuring tender baby spinach, earthy button mushrooms, and crisp red onion, this salad is dressed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or as a stunning side dish. Optional toppings like Parmesan cheese and chopped walnuts add a delicious layer of crunch and richness. Healthy, vibrant, and effortlessly elegant, this salad is a go-to for anyone craving fresh, satisfying flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Baby spinach
• 2 cups Button mushrooms
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 0.25 cup Walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the baby spinach leaves. Place them into a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Clean the button mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Slice them thinly and add to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons and add it to the salad mixture.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 5

Pour the vinaigrette over the spinach, mushrooms, and red onion. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped walnuts for added flavor and crunch.

Step 7

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	532.4 grams (532.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	938

Total Fat 75.90g	97%
Saturated Fat 17.90g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 2172mg	94%
Total Carbohydrate 32.30g	12%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 15.70g
Protein 35.00g	70%

Vitamin D 13IU	64%
Calcium 946mg	73%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 768mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.7%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 13.6%