This refreshing salad combines the crispness of apples with the creamy tang of blue cheese, all brought together with a delightful homemade dressing.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
Let the dressing sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Slice the apples thinly and place them in a large salad bowl.
To prevent the apples from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice.
Add the fresh spinach, thinly sliced red onion, toasted pecans, and crumbled blue cheese to the bowl with the apples.
Ensure the spinach is dry to avoid watering down the salad.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Add the dressing gradually to avoid overdressing the salad.
Serve the salad immediately, garnished with additional pecans or blue cheese if desired.
Serve the salad on chilled plates for a refreshing experience.