Spinach salad with warm maple dressing

Indulge in the flavorful combination of fresh spinach leaves tossed in a warm maple dressing, creating a perfect harmony of sweet and savory tastes.

Ingredients:

• 12 cups torn mature spinach leaves or baby spinach
• 3 mini cucumbers, sliced on the bias
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
• ¼ cup cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• ¼ cup shredded smoked cheese, such as Gouda or Cheddar
• ¼ cup chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions:

1. Mix spinach and cucumbers in a big salad bowl.
2. Warm oil in a little frying pan on medium-low heat. Put shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, for about 4 to 5 minutes. Include vinegar and maple syrup; heat it until it boils. Blend in salt and pepper.
3. Promptly drizzle the sauce over the spinach and cucumbers. Mix and scatter some cheese and pecans. Serve right away.

Summary:

• Calories: 539 kcal
• Fat: 28 g
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 61 g
• Potassium: 2439 mg
• Magnesium: 311 mg