Artichoke Spinach Salad Food

ARTICHOKE SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. For dressing, combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard and onion in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salad; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate any leftover dressing.

HOT SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
• Drizzle olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread spinach leaves in a thick layer covering the baking sheet. Arrange onions and artichokes over the spinach, and drizzle the marinade from the jar over the entire salad. Sprinkle with the cheese (and sausage, if you wish).
• Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted but NOT crispy.

SPINACH ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring 5 or 6 inches of water to a boil in a large pot. Salt boiling water and add pasta. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until pasta is just tender and the tortellini are floating like buoys. Drain tortellini, then cool the cooked pasta by spreading them out on a large plate or a cookie sheet in a single layer.
• Coarsely chop baby spinach. Combine with artichoke pieces, roasted red pepper and red onion. Chop garlic, then add salt to it and mash it into a paste with the flat of your knife. Transfer garlic paste to a small bowl and add lemon zest, lemon juice and vinegar to it. Whisk in oil, thyme and pepper. Add pasta and sun-dried tomatoes to the salad. Dress salad and gently toss. Serve or refrigerate.

THE BEST SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Spray a 1-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• Put the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and garlic in a large bowl. Mix vigorously until combined and smooth. (If you prefer, you can use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.) Add the spinach to the cream cheese mixture, breaking it up as you add it. Add the artichokes, mozzarella and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, mixing to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
• Bake until the dip begins to bubble, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and continue to cook, keeping an eye on it so it doesn't burn, until the top is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve warm with crackers, chips or toasted bread.

ARTICHOKE AND SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Mix oil, vinegar and cheese.
• Cut artichokes in quarters and add to the vinaigrette along with oil they come in; mix gently and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
• Take fresh spinach, wash and remove tough stems and tear as for tossed salad.
• Serve with the dressing.
• This dressing works well with other salad greens.

ARTICHOKE SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl.
• For dressing, combine vinegar,sugar, salt, mustard, and onion in a blender.
• Cover and process until smooth.
• While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
• Drizzle over salad.
• Gently toss to coat.
• Refrigerate leftover dressing.

GREEN SALAD WITH SPINACH, ARTICHOKES AND AVOCADO

Steps:

• Wash and dry all the greens and place in a bowl.
• Combine all dressing ingredients in a bowl t(hat will fit the avocado slices and artichokes) and mix with a whisk to emulsify.
• Toss the avocado and artichoke hearts in the dressing to coat, adjust seasoning if needed, and leave to marinate for about 30 minutes.
• To serve, add the avocado, artichokes and dressing to the lettuce and spinach leaves and lightly toss.
• Serve at once.

SPINACH ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring 5 or 6 inches of water to a boil in a large pot. Salt boiling water and add pasta. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until pasta is just tender and the tortellini are floating like buoys. Drain tortellini, then cool the cooked pasta by spreading them out on a large plate or a cookie sheet in a single layer.
• Coarsely chop baby spinach. Combine with artichoke pieces, and red onion. Chop garlic, then add salt to it and mash it into a paste with the flat of your knife. Transfer garlic paste to a small bowl and add lemon zest, lemon juice and vinegar to it. Whisk in oil, thyme and pepper. Add pasta and sun-dried tomatoes to the salad. Dress salad and gently toss. Serve or refrigerate.

RACHAEL RAY'S SPINACH ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the first three ingredients in the bottom of a serving bowl.
• Add remaining ingredients to the bowl and toss till well combined.
• Season with salt and pepper and serve.
• This makes 8 side dishes.

ARTICHOKE, GARBANZO, & SPINACH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Mix artichoke hearts, garbanzo beans, pasta, spinach leaves, tomato, bell pepper, mushrooms & pimento-stuffed olives(if using) in a large bowl.
• Blend olive oil, lemon juice, water, garlic, oregano or Italian seasoning, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, & salt(if using) in a blender or food processor until smooth.
• Pour over salad and toss.
• Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
• Top with feta cheese before serving.