Looking for a refreshing meal for a warm summer evening? Nothing could be more delicious, quicker or easier than a salad. And munching on lettuce doesn't have to be like eating rabbit food - with the right toppings and a delicious homemade dressing, any salad can become an absolute delicacy. For the perfect summer salad every time, you have to start with the right greens - and this season, that's spinach.

Spinach is refreshing, crunchy and yummy. Plus, it's packed with healthy vitamins and minerals and contains only seven calories per one cup serving.     

To keep things healthy, top your spinach salad with a low-fat dressing made with minced shallots, red wine vinegar, canola oil and a bit of dijon mustard. For a little protein, throw in some tinned tuna or a strip of grilled chicken. (Vegetarians can get extra protein with chickpeas and nuts in place of meat.)

For a summery spin on your salad, add fruit! Spinach pairs perfectly with strawberries, so slice some up and toss them with your greens and dressing for a delicious meal. Crumble in a pinch of goat's cheese for a creamy, salty addition that'll have everyone asking for seconds, including you.

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