Mar 25, 2009

Heart Healthy Spinach Salad


This is a delicious salad that we eat regularly in my house, that can be changed and always tastes fresh and satisfying. Rich in iron and many vitamins too! The kids like it when I make veggie burgers and cut them over top the salad. It is also great with humus in a wrap (substitute cheese with feta) It is just as good for those of you who are vegans to leave out the cheese.

spinach leaves
olive oil
balsamic vinegar
caramelized onion
black olives
garbanzo beans
tomato (s)
fresh minced herbs, we love basil
chopped roasted garlic
diced bell peppers
mozzarella cheese,grated
croutons

Cut Spinach Leaves into strips. Put in a bowl for a salad.

Mix together in a separate bowl olive oil, vinegar, olives, tomato, herbs, and cheese.

Toss on salad. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes or overnight.

Top with croutons or crumbled whole wheat crackers and serve. Makes a quick, healthy salad!

Click on the title to learn more about the health benefits of Spinach!

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