Spinach Salad With Nectarines And Spicy Pecans

Name: Spinach Salad With Nectarines And Spicy Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For Pecans; 1/4 cup powdered sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1/3 cup pecan halves; cooking spray; For Vinaigrette; 3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; For Salad; 12 ounces fresh Baby Spinach (about ½ cups); 2 nectarines, each cut into 1/4 inch wedges (about 3/4 pound); 1/4 cup very thin slices prosciutto, coarsely chopped (about 2 ounces)

Servings: persons

For Pecans
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/3 cup pecan halves
cooking spray
For Vinaigrette
3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
For Salad
12 ounces fresh Baby Spinach (about ½ cups)
2 nectarines, each cut into 1/4 inch wedges (about 3/4 pound)
1/4 cup very thin slices prosciutto, coarsely chopped (about 2 ounces)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
To prepare pecans, combine first 5 ingredients in as mall bowl.
3
Rinse pecans with cold water and drain (do not allow pecans to dry).
4
Add pecans to the suar mixture and toss well to coat.
5
Arrange on a jelly roll pan coated with cooking spray.
6
Bake at 350u00b0F for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Coarsely chop pecans.
8
Set aside.
9
To prepare vinaigrette, combine the shallots and the next 7 ingredients (shallots through black pepper) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk until blended.
10
To prepare salad, heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
11
Add prosciutto; saute 5 minutes or until crisp, and finely chop.
12
Combine spinach, nectarines, and dressing in a large bowl; toss gently to coat.
13
Sprinkle with the pecans and prosciutto.

218

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For Pecans, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice, and more.

Yes, Spinach Salad With Nectarines And Spicy Pecans 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!