When you want a light and simple salad to complete the meal, this easy Spinach Salad with Asian Dressing and navel oranges is all you need. In this recipe, I‘ll show you how to make a delicious homemade vinaigrette that beats store-bought dressing every time!
First, make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 Tbsp neutral oil, 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1½ Tbsp rice vinegar (unseasoned), ¼ tsp ginger (grated, with juice), ¼ tsp sugar, ½ Tbsp toasted white sesame seeds, ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper, and ¼ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt. Set aside.
Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and toast the walnuts, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Transfer the 3 Tbsp roasted walnuts to a plate and set aside.
Slice ¼ red onion thinly. Cut 1 navel orange into 8 wedges. Slice off the peel and pith. Cut each wedge into 2–3 pieces.
Add 3 oz baby spinach, the navel orange, and the walnuts to a large bowl. Pour as much dressing as you‘d like and toss gently to coat thoroughly. Serve immediately.