Description
A refreshing and vibrant Strawberry Spinach Salad featuring fresh baby spinach, sweet strawberries, tangy feta cheese, crunchy almonds, and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, this salad is quick to prepare and packed with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 5 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined and emulsified.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add fresh baby spinach, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, sliced almonds, and thinly sliced red onion, ensuring the ingredients are distributed evenly.
- Toss salad with dressing: Drizzle the prepared balsamic dressing over the salad ingredients, then gently toss the salad using salad servers or clean hands to coat the spinach and other ingredients evenly with the dressing without bruising the delicate leaves.
- Serve immediately: Transfer the tossed salad to serving plates or bowls and serve right away to enjoy the fresh textures and flavors at their best.
Notes
- You can substitute goat cheese for feta cheese for a different tangy flavor.
- Lightly toasting the sliced almonds before adding enhances their nutty flavor and crunch.
- For a more substantial meal, add grilled chicken or shrimp to the salad.
- For a vegan version, replace the feta cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
