Maple Dressing for Spinach Salad

Maple dressing is a sweet addition to spinach salad.

A spinach salad is a healthy dish that is full of nutrients. Salads are perfect for a side dish or as a refreshingly light meal. To jazz up a spinach salad, add some julienned carrots, cucumber, fresh strawberries, apples, chopped pecans and some smoked cheese. Make the dish extraordinary by topping it with some delicious homemade maple dressing.

Things You'll Need

• whisk
• small/medium mixing bowl
• dressing container
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 3 table spoons white wine or cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons sugar

Instructions

1. Combine the mayonnaise, maple syrup, vinegar and sugar in the mixing bowl.

2. Using the whisk, blend the ingredients together until the mixture becomes slightly thicker.

3. Continue to whisk while adding the oil in gradually.

4. Season with salt and pepper until the dressing achieves the flavor profile you prefer.

5. Add the dressing to the salad. Toss to spread the dressing throughout the salad.

Tips & Warnings

• The salad dressing can be made 3 days before it is used. Store it in the refrigerator and rewhisk before adding it to your salad.

References

• Epicurious: Apple, Dried Cherry, and Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing Recipe
• Eating Well: Spinach Salad with Warm Maple Dressing
• Group Recipes: Baby Greens with Fabulous Maple Salad Dressing Recipe