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Strawberry Spinach Salad

Fresh spinach, juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and crunchy nuts tossed in tangy balsamic vinaigrette create a salad that’s both refreshing and satisfying.
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Strawberry Spinach Salad

Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/3 cup candied pecans or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette store-bought or homemade

Balsamic Vinaigrette (Makes 1 Cup)

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Wash and dry the spinach, then toss it in a large bowl.
  • Scatter the sliced strawberries, feta, red onion, and nuts over the spinach.
  • Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette right before serving.
  • Gently toss everything together until just combined. Serve immediately.

Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • In a small bowl or a mason jar, combine the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.Whisk (or shake, if using a jar) until everything is well combined.
  • Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously, or add it all at once and shake the jar vigorously, until the vinaigrette is fully emulsified.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to a week. Shake well before each use!
Servings: 4