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This leans on fresh lemon juice and zest for brightness rather than salt, since citrus can carry a lot of the flavor work that salt typically does in a dressing. Creamy avocado tossed gently through the spinach coats the leaves lightly on its own, meaning the dressing can stay simple without needing to compensate with extra sodium.
Per serving
210kcal
Calories
4g
Protein
10g
Carbs
19g
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
0 min
Servings
4 people
Difficulty
easy
Fat
6g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
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Wash and thoroughly dry the baby spinach.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a small pinch of black pepper.
Place the spinach in a large bowl.
Add the sliced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, and toasted walnuts.
Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad.
Toss very gently, taking care not to mash the avocado.
Taste and add a very small pinch of salt only if needed.
Serve immediately.
Lean on Lemon for Flavor: Fresh lemon juice and zest bring brightness that reduces how much the dressing needs to depend on salt for taste. Toss Gently: Avocado breaks apart easily, so fold it into the salad carefully rather than tossing vigorously to keep the slices intact. Toast the Walnuts First: A quick toast in a dry pan brings out their flavor, adding more depth without needing any extra seasoning.
Fresh citrus like lemon juice and zest, along with toasted nuts and good quality olive oil, all bring plenty of flavor to a salad without needing much added sodium.
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