Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/12 checked
4
servings
0.33 cup

plain low-fat yogurt

plain

2 tbsp

fat-free mayonnaise

fat-free

2 tbsp

Dijon mustard

1.5 tsp

cider vinegar

1 tsp

sugar

0.25 tsp

kosher salt

0.25 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

fresh ground

0.25 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

6 unit

fresh Baby Spinach

fresh

1 unit

yellow bell pepper

seeded, sliced, and cut into 1-inch pieces

0.33 unit

red onion

thinly sliced and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1 unit

ripe peeled avocado

diced

Step 1
~3 min

In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2
~3 min

Refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.

Step 3
~3 min

Place baby spinach in a large salad bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Top with sliced yellow bell pepper, red onion, and diced avocado.

Step 5
~3 min

Drizzle the dressing over the salad.

Step 6
~3 min

Gently toss to combine.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a sweeter dressing, add a little more sugar or honey.

Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.

Use different types of lettuce for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The dressing can be made up to 2 days ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve as a light lunch with a piece of whole-wheat bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Grilled fish
Quinoa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Common salad variation in contemporary cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Side Dish
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

More American Lunch Recipes

Discover more delicious American Lunch recipes to expand your culinary repertoire