Another Recipe- Spinach & Pear Salad with Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette

Serves: 4

The tasty combination of spinach and pears will keep you away from boring salads forever. Reprinted with permission by Public Health – Seattle & King County. [Received from Spark People]

INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons water
1-1/2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pears, cored and sliced lengthwise
8 cups torn fresh spinach
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

DIRECTIONS

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the water, orange juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and black pepper.


2. In large bowl, add the pear slices and 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette and toss to coat.


3. Add remaining dressing, spinach and onion and toss to coat.

NUTRITION INFO
Calories: 116
Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 20.5 g
Protein: 2.3 g