Carrot, apple and spinach salad

Delight your taste buds with a refreshing blend of crisp carrots, juicy apples, and vibrant spinach in this savory salad. Perfect for a light and healthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 large carrot, grated on a microplane
• 1 gala apple, cored, then grated on a microplane
• 1 handful baby spinach, chopped
• 1/2 tablespoon basil leaves, chopped (optional)
• 1 squeeze of lemon juice
• 1 large carrot, sliced in 1/2 lengthwise, then chopped
• 1 gala apple, halved, cored, then thinly sliced
• 2-3 handfuls baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon basil leaves, chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. For the infants:
2. Mix shredded carrot, diced apple, chopped spinach, and torn basil in a bowl. Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice over the mixture and stir thoroughly.
3. For the grown-ups:
4. Mix grated carrots, sliced apples, chopped spinach, and torn basil in a large bowl.
5. In a small bowl or jar, briskly whisk or shake together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix gently to ensure even coating. Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.

Summary:

• Calories: 393 kcal
• Fat: 14 g
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Potassium: 923 mg
• Magnesium: 46 mg