Spring Strawberry Spinach Salad – A Fresh, Sweet
This salad is fresh, colorful, and full of flavor.Combines sweet strawberries with tender spinach.Enhanced with crunchy nuts and creamy cheese.Quick and easy to prepare.Packed with vitamins and antioxidants.Perfect for spring meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- ¼ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup feta cheese or goat cheese
- ¼ cup walnuts or pecans (toasted)
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly.
- Slice strawberries and thinly cut the red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, and onion.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Top with cheese and toasted nuts.
- Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best taste.
- Baby spinach is tender and mild.
- Goat cheese adds creaminess.
- Toast nuts for better flavor.
- Adjust sweetness in dressing as needed.
- Use fresh lemon juice for variation.
- Serve immediately after dressing.
- Add grilled chicken for a full meal.