Spinach Apricot Salad with Bleu Cheese

Name: Spinach Apricot Salad with Bleu Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 6 cups baby spinach; ⅔ cup thinly sliced dried apricots; ¼ cup chopped cashews; ½ cup sliced red seedless grapes; ¼ cup bleu cheese; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp dijon mustard; 1 garlic clove; ¼ cup balsamic vinegar; ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil; ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper

This salad starts with spinach, a super nutrient that is mild and compliments tangy slices of dried apricots, another amazing fruit for its health benefits. Add some cashews for a crunch, top with a few sliced grapes and tangy bleu cheese, and you have yourself a delicious healthful salad that is great all year long!

6 cups baby spinach

⅔ cup thinly sliced dried apricots

¼ cup chopped cashews

½ cup sliced red seedless grapes

¼ cup bleu cheese sliced or crumbled

Dressing

2 tbsp honey

1 tbsp dijon mustard

1 garlic clove grated

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

For dressing

Grab a mason jar with lid and add all ingredients to jar. Place lid on tight and shake dressing to incorporate well. Let sit in refrigerator until ready to use. Store remainder in jar with lid until ready to use. Remember to shake well before pouring onto salad.

Place spinach in a large salad bowl and sprinkle all ingredients over the top. Before serving, add a 1/4 cup dressing and toss. Serve with tongs and enjoy!