Cotton Candy Salad
This Cotton Candy Salad is fresh, sweet, and crunchy! A vibrant mix of cotton candy grapes, spinach, and feta tossed in balsamic vinaigrette.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup cotton candy grapes halved
- 1/2 cup strawberries diced
- 1/2 cup apples diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Fresh Ingredients
- Start by washing the spinach leaves thoroughly and patting them dry. Rinse the cotton candy grapes and slice them in half. Dice the strawberries and apples into bite-sized pieces.
Assemble the Salad Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh spinach, halved grapes, diced strawberries, and diced apples. Toss gently to mix.
Add Cheese and Nuts
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad, then add the chopped walnuts.
Dress and Season
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve and Enjoy
- Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or plates. Enjoy fresh to maintain crispness and flavor.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Spoon or Salad Tongs
Notes
- Use fresh, sweet cotton candy grapes for the best flavor.
- Toss diced apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Chop walnuts just before serving to keep them crunchy; optionally toast for extra flavor.
- Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different nutty taste.
- Dress the salad just before serving to keep ingredients fresh and crisp.