Spinach Salad with Cherries and Candied Cashews

Name: Spinach Salad with Cherries and Candied Cashews
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg white; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 tsp. dried thyme; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups raw cashews; 1 cup halved and pitted fresh cherries (about 22 cherries); 2 Tbs. olive oil; 2 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves; 1 tsp. white wine vinegar; 8 cups baby spinach; 1/2 cup halved and pitted fresh cherries; 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese; 1/4 cup dried cherries

Servings: persons

1 large egg white
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 tsp. dried thyme
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups raw cashews
1 cup halved and pitted fresh cherries (about 22 cherries)
2 Tbs. olive oil
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp. white wine vinegar
8 cups baby spinach
1/2 cup halved and pitted fresh cherries
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/4 cup dried cherries

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To make Candied Cashews: Preheat oven to 300F.
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Line large baking sheet with parchment paper, and lightly spray with cooking spray.
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Whisk together egg white and 1 Tbs.
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water in large bowl.
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Whisk in brown sugar, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Add cashews, and stir to thoroughly coat cashews.
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Spread cashews on prepared baking sheet in single layer.
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Bake 15 minutes, then stir cashews on tray, and bake 15 minutes more, checking every 5 minutes to avoid burning.
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Cool.
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To make Cherry Vinaigrette: blend all ingredients in blender until smooth, thinning with 1 to 2 Tbs.
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water, if desired.
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To assemble Spinach Salad: Toss together all ingredients in large bowl with 1/4 cup Cherry Vinaigrette.
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(Reserve remaining vinaigrette for another use.)
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Sprinkle with Candied Cashews.

657

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg white, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 tsp. dried thyme, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Spinach Salad with Cherries and Candied Cashews falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!