Tangy Apple and Spinach Salad with almonds

Lately, I'm developing an interest in trying out a variety of salads. I especially like my salads to be tangy and spicy. I'm sharing the recipe of the Tangy apple and spinach salad recipe which I tried out in a Cooking Without Fire competition at work along with Green olive and jalapeno topping on crackers.

Here's the recipe:

What do I need??

1 medium apple

2 tbsp grated onion

1 bowl of fresh finely chopped spinach

2 tbsp white vinegar or lemon juice

2 tbsp olive oil

Paprika or red chilly flakes to taste

1 tbsp sesame seeds

1 tbsp chopped almonds

Pinch of sugar

Salt to taste

 

What are the steps??

1. Roast the almonds with half a tsp of ghee or butter, once roasted, sprinkle a pinch of sugar or salt (depending on your taste). Switch off the heat once the almonds are coated with the seasoning.

2. Mix the grated onion, olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, sesame seeds and paprika together. Add salt to to taste. Let the mixture stand for 10-15 mins so that the onions are marinated.

3. Peel the apples and cut them in bite size pieces. Add the apple, spinach and roasted almonds to the mix and let it stand for a some time before serving.

Serve this delicious salad in your next get together and gather lots of praise :)

Any Tips??

* If you don't have almonds, you can also add roasted-salted peanuts.