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Strawberry Spinach Salad With Balsamic Dressing

Strawberry spinach salad, a light, summery, delicious and refreshing salad with a lovely combination of flavors and textures! 
Course Salads
Cuisine American
Keyword Spinach Salad, Strawberry Salad, Strawberry Spinach Salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 279kcal
Author Freda Dias

Ingredients

Measuring cup used, 1 cup = 250 ml, 1 tsp = 5 ml

  • 5.5 oz baby spinach and spring mix greens, or use only baby spinach, approx 6 cups
  • 8 oz strawberries, 1.5 cups sliced strawberries
  • 2 tbsp finely sliced red onion, optional
  • 1/3 cup raw pecans
  • 2 oz crumbled goat cheese, or any other cheese of choice

For the Balsamic vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp good balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp freshly cracked pepper

Instructions

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the pecans, and toast them for a few minutes until they begin to brown and turn fragrant. Transfer from the skillet to a plate and let it cool completely.
  • Hull the strawberries and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices.
  • Dress up the greens first: Place the greens in a large bowl, drizzle about 2 tbsp of dressing. Toss the leaves gently with your hands to coat the leaves well.
  • Place the dressed up greens in a shallow bowl, top with strawberries, sliced onions, pecans, and cheese. You could place all the ingredients in separate bowls, and let each person assemble their salad in a plate or small wide bowl instead.
  • Drizzle some more balsamic dressing, reserving the rest to serve along with the salad if required. Toss very gently and serve right away.

Notes

  • This salad is best served cold. Use refrigerated spinach and strawberries. Make sure the greens are completely dry. 
  • Do not dress up the salad until ready to serve. The greens will begin to wilt the longer it sits.
  • You can chop up the toasted pecans into smaller pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1person | Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.6g | Protein: 6.7g | Fat: 24.8g | Saturated Fat: 5.9g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 3.2g | Sugar: 5.2g | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 1.1mg