Spinach Salad with Passion Fruit Dressing & Maple-G

Name: Spinach Salad with Passion Fruit Dressing & Maple-Glazed Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tsp. olive oil; 2 tsp. maple syrup; 1/2 cup sliced almonds (2 oz.); 4 blood oranges or navel oranges; 1 large fennel bulb, trimmed; 16 cups baby spinach, rinsed and dried (12 oz.); ⅓ cup bottled passion fruit nectar; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup chopped shallots (2 medium); 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard

Servings: persons

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To make Salad:
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Preheat oven to 350F.
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Coat rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
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Mix oil and maple syrup in small bowl.
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Add almonds, and toss to coat; spread over baking dish, and bake, stirring occasionally, 12 to 18 minutes, or until golden.
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Let cool completely.
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Peel oranges using sharp paring knife, removing white pith.
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Cut oranges lengthwise into quarters, then slice crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces.
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Cut fennel lengthwise into quarters, then crosswise into thin slices.
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To make Dressing:
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Whisk all ingredients in medium bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Combine spinach, oranges, fennel and dressing in large bowl; toss well.
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Divide among 8 plates, sprinkle with almonds and serve.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tsp. olive oil, 2 tsp. maple syrup, 1/2 cup sliced almonds (2 oz.), 4 blood oranges or navel oranges, and more.

Yes, Spinach Salad with Passion Fruit Dressing & Maple-Glazed Almonds 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.

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Spinach Salad with Passion Fruit Dressing & Maple-Glazed Almonds

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