#1,486: Spinach and Apple Salad

I really liked that this recipe was one that you could prep (most of it) ahead of time.  I made the dressing and stuck it in a mini blender and let it sit on the counter for a few hours before ready to serve.  Then I just gave it a quick pulse to re-mix and it was to ready to serve. The apple and onion I chopped a few hours in advance too and just kept in small mason jars to keep fresh.

Overall I really enjoyed this salad and I would definitely eat it and make it again.  Two thumbs up from me! It went over well with my family/guests as well! 

1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice

 3 tablespoons cider vinegar

 2 tablespoons olive oil

 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

 1/8 teaspoon salt

 1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach

 1 medium apple, chopped

 1 small red onion, chopped

 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese (I used Feta)

 1/3 cup chopped walnuts

In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients. In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, apple, onion, blue cheese and walnuts. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Yield: 8 servings.