SPINACH & STRAWBERRY SALAD
This Spinach & Strawberry Salad combines the freshness of spinach with the sweetness of strawberries and the tang of feta cheese, creating a light and delicious dish perfect for any occasion.
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Spinach & Strawberry Salad Recipe
Spinach & Strawberry Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (or goat cheese, if preferred)
1/4 cup sliced almonds (or walnuts, if preferred)
1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)
For the Dressing:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp honey
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Method:
Prepare the Ingredients:
Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves thoroughly.
Hull and slice the strawberries.
Thinly slice the red onion.
Crumble the feta cheese (or goat cheese).
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, until golden and fragrant. Let cool.
Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic.
Gradually whisk in the extra virgin olive oil until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble the Salad:
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, and thinly sliced red onion.
Gently toss the ingredients to mix.
Add Toppings:
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese (or goat cheese) over the salad.
Add the toasted almonds and dried cranberries (if using).
Dress and Serve:
Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad just before serving.
Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
Serve:
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the salad.
Tips:
You can substitute the balsamic vinegar with apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar for a different flavor profile.
For extra sweetness, add a bit more honey to the dressing or use a strawberry vinaigrette.
The salad can be prepared ahead of time, but it’s best to add the dressing and toppings just before serving to keep the spinach crisp.
This Spinach & Strawberry Salad combines the freshness of spinach with the sweetness of strawberries and the tang of feta cheese, creating a light and delicious dish perfect for any occasion.
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