Sometimes the most difficult part about the Thanksgiving or holiday menus is figuring out what type of salad to serve. This recipe is perfect with the holiday turkey with the crunch of cashew nuts, the sweetness of golden raisins, and the tartness of Granny Smith Apples served over baby spinach leaves. It’s one of my holiday staples that friends and family look forward to every year. It’s also perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight salad served with chicken, fish or pork.

Spinach Apple Salad

Prep: 20 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

2 (6-ounce) packages fresh baby spinach

4 small Granny Smith apples, chopped

3/4 cup cashews, toasted (pecan halves may also be used)

1/2 cup golden raisins

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

1/4 teaspoon celery salt

1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a large salad bowl.

2. Whisk together sugar and next 4 ingredients until blended. Serve dressing with salad.

Note: You can chill dressing up to 1 day; whisk well before serving.