Spinach and Ricotta Salad

This Spinach and Ricotta Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, combining the freshness of spinach with the creamy richness of ricotta cheese. It's a perfect light meal or side dish that celebrates authentic Italian flavors.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium
• Walnuts - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash the fresh spinach under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, ricotta cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber.
3. Chop the walnuts into smaller pieces and add them to the salad.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
6. Serve immediately, garnishing with additional walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 160 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from spinach, promoting eye and skin health.
• Provides a good source of protein and calcium from ricotta, supporting bone health.

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