Strawberry Spinach Salad with Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad featuring fresh spinach, sweet strawberries, and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- ½ cup sliced almonds or walnuts
- ¼ cup feta cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Start by washing and drying the fresh spinach leaves, then place them in a large salad bowl.
- Slice the strawberries and add them to the bowl with the spinach.
- If using, crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Serve the salad immediately, or chill for a few minutes for a refreshing coolness.
- For a beautiful presentation, top the salad with extra sliced strawberries and a sprinkle of nuts before serving.
Notes
Make sure the spinach is dry to prevent the dressing from becoming diluted. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg