Spinach Salad With Warm Maple Dressing

• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
• 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, torn or 12 cups Baby Spinach
• 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup shredded smoked cheese (such as Gouda) or 1/4 cup cheddar cheese

1. Toast pecans in a small dry skillet over low heat, stirring often, until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool.
2. Toss spinach and cucumber in a salad bowl.
3. Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add vinegar and maple syrup and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Immediately pour dressing over the spinach and cucumber. Toss well and sprinkle with cheese and toasted pecans.

pecans, fresh spinach, cucumber, extra virgin olive oil, shallot, cider vinegar, maple syrup, salt, cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spinach-salad-with-warm-maple-dressing-196876 (may not work)