Best Apple Brie Spinach Salad Recipes

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APPLE-BRIE SPINACH SALAD



Apple-Brie Spinach Salad image

In the summer, I don't like to prepare or eat large meals, so I often make salads. I'm always on the outlook for new and interesting recipes, and this one is a winner that I like to make for company. -Rhonda Crowe Victoria, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large apples, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
4 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
8 cups fresh baby spinach
1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, cubed
1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
DRESSING:
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Place apples on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with 2 tablespoons syrup. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3 minutes. Turn; brush with remaining syrup. Broil 3-5 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. , In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, pecans and apples. In a small saucepan, combine the dressing ingredients; bring to a boil. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

APPLE-BRIE SPINACH SALAD



Apple-Brie Spinach Salad image

In the summer, especially now we live in Florida, I don't like the prepare or eat heavy meals. This is really pleasant to have, flavorful and filling. Hope you enjoy it. You can use whatever kind of apples you like--my favorite are Granny Smiths. You an also add a grilled chicken breast to this.

Provided by FloridaGrl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large apples, cut into 1/2 inch wedges
4 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
8 cups fresh Baby Spinach
1 (8 ounce) brie round or 1 (8 ounce) camembert cheese, cubed
1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/4 cup apple cider or 1/4 cup apple juice
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Place apples on a ungreased baking sheet, brush with 2 tablespoons syrup. Broil 3-4 inches from the heat for 3 minutes. Turn; brush with the remaining syrup. Broil 3-5 minutes longer or until crisp-tender.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine spinach, cheese, pecans and apples. In a small saucepan, combine the dressing ingredients and bring to a boil. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.3, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 22.7, Sodium 169.1, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 14, Protein 6.1

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