Strawberry Spinach Salad Delight (Printable version)

Sweet strawberries and tender spinach tossed with nuts and a tangy balsamic dressing for a fresh, flavorful dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Greens

01 - 4 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and dried

→ Fruits

02 - 1 1/3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Cheese

03 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

→ Nuts & Seeds

04 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds or candied pecans, toasted

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
07 - 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until emulsified. Set aside.
02 - Combine fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta, and toasted nuts in a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad ingredients.
04 - Gently toss all components to distribute the dressing, then serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast between sweet berries, peppery spinach, and tangy feta feels almost like a conversation in your mouth.
  • It comes together in 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy days when you want something that feels special anyway.
02 -
  • Never dress the salad more than 2 minutes before serving, or the spinach will become limp and the berries will bleed their color everywhere.
  • Toasting your own nuts instead of using raw ones genuinely transforms this dish from forgettable to crave-worthy.
03 -
  • Wash and dry your spinach well ahead of time, then store it in a clean kitchen towel in the refrigerator; properly dried spinach keeps the salad from becoming watery.
  • Make the vinaigrette up to a day ahead and shake it again just before using—it actually tastes better after the flavors have mingled overnight.
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