Description
St. Patrick’s Day Pistachio Salad is a vibrant and festive dish that perfectly balances the crunch of pistachios with fresh greens and a tangy dressing. This colorful salad not only brightens your table but also elevates your celebration with delightful flavors, making it an essential addition to your St. Patrick’s Day feast or any meal. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly before placing it in a large bowl.
- Add shelled pistachios and dried cranberries to the bowl.
- Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixture; soak in cold water if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Crumble feta cheese over the salad.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg