baby spinach salad roasted red onions pecans dried cranberries crumbled goat cheese and

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1. ### How to Make a Delicious Baby Spinach Salad with Roasted Red Onions, Pecans, Dried Cranberries, and Crumbled Goat Cheese
3. #### Ingredients:
4. - **Baby spinach**: 4 cups
5. - **Roasted red onions**: 1 cup
6. - **Pecans**: ½ cup
7. - **Dried cranberries**: ¼ cup
8. - **Crumbled goat cheese**: 3 ounces
9. - **Vinaigrette** (for dressing):
10. - **Extra virgin olive oil**: ⅓ cup
11. - **Red wine vinegar**: 2 tablespoons
12. - **Honey**: 1 tablespoon
13. - **Dijon mustard**: 1 teaspoon
14. - **Salt and pepper**: To taste
16. #### Steps:
18. 1. **Prep the Baby Spinach**:
19. - Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly to remove any excess moisture.
21. 2. **Roast the Red Onions**:
22. - Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
23. - Peel and slice a red onion into half-moon shapes.
24. - Toss the slices with a small amount of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
25. - Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
26. - Roast for about 15-20 minutes or until they are soft and lightly caramelized. Set aside to cool.
28. 3. **Prepare the Pecans**:
29. - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
30. - Spread pecan halves on a baking sheet.
31. - Roast for about 8-10 minutes or until they are golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
33. 4. **Gather the Dried Cranberries**:
34. - Ensure your dried cranberries are well-drained if purchasing fresh ones, as they can be quite wet.
36. 5. **Crumbled Goat Cheese**:
37. - Crumble 3 ounces of goat cheese into small pieces using a fork or your hands.
39. 6. **Make the Vinaigrette**:
40. - In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to taste.
41. - Adjust seasoning according to your preference.
43. 7. **Assemble the Salad**:
44. - In a large mixing bowl, combine the washed spinach leaves with the roasted red onions, cooled pecans, dried cranberries, and crumbled goat cheese.
45. - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until everything is well coated.
47. 8. **Serve**:
48. - Serve your salad immediately for best freshness and flavor. You can garnish with additional pecan pieces if desired.
50. #### Tips for Success:
52. - Ensure all ingredients are fresh, especially the baby spinach and goat cheese.
53. - Roasting the red onions gives them a sweet, caramelized taste which complements the other flavors in the salad.
54. - Toasting the pecans brings out their nutty flavor, making it an essential part of this dish.
56. #### SEO-Friendly Keywords:
57. - Baby spinach salad
58. - Roasted red onions
59. - Pecans and dried cranberries
60. - Crumbled goat cheese
61. - Vinaigrette dressing
63. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious baby spinach salad!

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