Spinach and strawberry's beautiful blend of flavors, textures, and colors makes strawberry spinach salad one of spring's most refreshing dishes. The tart sweetness of the strawberries, the earthy notes of the spinach, salty, nutty cheese such as feta and creamy goat cheese combine to offer a salad that is light, healthy, and packed with flavor.
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STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD
This recipe was popular at a restaurant in Winston-Salem called Berry's. I love serving this salad to guests who comment that it is very pretty. Not only that, it is also a tasty and very nutritious dish!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Arrange spinach and strawberries on individual salad plates or in a large salad bowl. Place the next six ingredients in a blender or food processor. With unit running, add oil and vinegar in a steady stream. Blend until thickened. Drizzle over salad; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD
Steps:
- Mix Veggies: In a large bowl mix the spinach, strawberries, tomatoes and red pepper.
- Make Dressing: To make the dressing, whisk together the Dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
- Toss: Before serving pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 140 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 362 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g
SPINACH/STRAWBERRY SALAD
An absolutely delightful and tasty salad, especially when fresh baby spinach and strawberries are available. This recipe was given to me by a famous Chef in Palm Springs, CA. This is a must to make.
Provided by William Uncle Bill
Categories Strawberry
Time 22m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- SALAD: Break off root ends and tough stems (if any) and discard.
- Place spinach in a large bowl, add ice and cover with water; set aside to chill.
- SUGARED ALMONDS: In a small saucepan, combine almonds, sugar and water.
- Cook over medium-low heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until sugar is almost completely melted and nuts are golden, stirring occasionally- (there will be unmelted sugar on nuts).
- Spread almonds on a large plate; let cool and then break into small pieces.
- (Make ahead, as nuts can be stored in an air-tight container for about 3 days).
- DRESSING: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, poppy seeds and chives.
- Drizzle in olive oil and whisk until blended.
- Now whisk in Dijon mustard until well blended.
- Whisk in salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove spinach leaves from water, pat dry on paper towelling and break into pieces.
- Add to a large mixing bowl.
- Add sliced strawberries and toss lightly to mix.
- Add dressing and toss gently until spinach and berries are lightly coated.
- Add almonds, toss lightly and serve.
- TIP: Packaged ready-to-use baby spinach can be found in the produce section of most supermarkets.
- There are 8 cups of baby spinach in (one- 6 ounce) package.
- NOTE: Only make enough salad that will be eaten at this one time serving. The salad will get somewhat soggy if kept for another day.
STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD
If preparing this salad ahead of time, add all the ingredients to the vinaigrette with the exception of the spinach, then add the spinach on top and let stand until ready to toss.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk together oil and vinegar in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add spinach, strawberries, almonds, sesame seeds, and feta. Gently toss until spinach is evenly coated with dressing. Serve immediately.
SPINACH AND STRAWBERRY SALAD
My family loves this all year round if we can find strawberries. Even the grandchildren love this salad. Quick and easy.
Provided by JerJer
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together the spinach and strawberries.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, sugar, paprika, sesame seeds, and poppy seeds. Pour over the spinach and strawberries, and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 69.3 mg, Sugar 17.1 g
STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD I
Someone brought this salad to a pot luck dinner and I had to have the recipe. I have made it many, many times since then and I have been asked for the recipe every time I bring it somewhere. It is also a great way to get kids to eat spinach!
Provided by TOZENUF
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sugar, olive oil, vinegar, paprika, Worcestershire sauce and onion. Cover, and chill for one hour.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and almonds. Pour dressing over salad, and toss. Refrigerate 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 62.9 mg, Sugar 33.6 g
FRESH STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD
Make and share this Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Gingerbear
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 52m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For dressing, zest lemon to measure 1/2 tsp zest.
- Juice lemon to measure 2 tbsp juice.
- Combine zest, juice, vinegar, sugar, oil and poppy seeds in small bowl.
- Whisk until well blended.
- Cover; refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- For salad, spread almonds in single layer over bottom of small baking pan.
- Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly toasted.
- remove from oven; cool almonds.
- Hull strawberries; cut strawberries into quarters.
- Peel cucumber and slice; cut slices in half.
- Slice onion into thin wedges.
- Place spinach in large serving bowl; add strawberries, cucumber and onion.
- Whisk dressing; pour over salad, gently tossing to coat.
- Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.6, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 14.4, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 8.2, Protein 1.4
Tips:
- For the freshest flavor, use ripe, in-season strawberries.
- To hull the strawberries, use a strawberry huller or a paring knife to remove the stems and the white core.
- If you don't have a mandoline, you can thinly slice the strawberries with a sharp knife.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- To assemble the salad, combine the strawberries, spinach, almonds, and goat cheese in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This fresh strawberry spinach salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The strawberries, spinach, almonds, and goat cheese all come together perfectly to create a salad that is both flavorful and satisfying. The dressing is also simple to make and adds a nice tang to the salad. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering!
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