To craft a delightful culinary journey, we present you with the ultimate guide to creating a refreshing and flavorful strawberry and spinach salad, complemented by a zesty honey balsamic vinaigrette. This vibrant salad combines the sweetness of strawberries, the earthy tones of spinach, and the tangy-sweetness of the vinaigrette, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. As you embark on this culinary adventure, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide, ensuring that every element of your salad is executed to perfection, allowing you to impress your friends and family with a dish that is both visually appealing and bursting with taste.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
STRAWBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD WITH HONEY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
This is a great easy summer salad, with a lot of options as to mixing and matching. Plus the salad looks pretty fancy. You can throw in any summer fruit or berry with this mix, blueberries and raspberries are a good choice, as are blackberries later in the season. The nuts are optional but a pecan or roasted almond adds a little crunch and more protein!
Provided by Shelby Cady
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the spinach, strawberries, Gorgonzola cheese, and pecans in a large bowl.
- Stir the balsamic vinegar and honey together in a bowl; slowly stream the olive oil into the mixture while whisking continuously. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 282.4 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE
Here's a fruity spinach salad that even the kids will devour. The pretty strawberry drizzle peps up the greens nicely. -Carrie Sherrill, Forestville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process for 30 seconds. Add 2 cups strawberries; cover and process until blended. Add 1/4 cup pecans; pulse until chopped. , In a large bowl, combine the spinach, oranges, onions and remaining strawberries and pecans. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 37g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
STRAWBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
I like the balsamic vinagrette combined with the sweet strawberries and fresh spinach. Unlike most salads with sweet berries the flavors are tangy and mild rather than sugary or syrup-y, allowing the sweetness of the berries to shine through. A little goat cheese on each serving would be nice but is optional. I hope you like it, too.
Provided by Penny Stettinius
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- For the vinaigrette, combine the vinegar, oil, mustard, and a little salt and pepper to taste.
- Whisk or shake in a jar until emulsified.
- Taste the dressing, and adjust to your liking.
- For the salad, combine the strawberries, onions and spinach in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently with the dressing just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.3, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 114.3, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 4.3
MIXED BERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: baby spinach, strawberry, blueberry, red onion, sweet apple, candied walnuts, strawberry, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, pepper, feta cheese
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the dressing, push a straw through the strawberries from the tip to the green top to remove the hull. (Or you can cut it off with a knife!)
- Add the rest of the dressing ingredients.
- Blend until smooth. Refrigerate.
- Cut strawberries, apple, and onion into slices.
- Combine all the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with desired amount of dressing and toss to coat. (Spinach wilts easily, don't add dressing until ready to eat!)
- Sprinkle feta cheese on top and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 17 grams
SPINACH AND STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
Colorful and healthy, this wonderful mix of flavors looks beautiful and is easy to put together. Originally from a local paper's cooking section featuring strawberries.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Strawberry
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Salad: Place spinach in a large bowl.
- Add strawberries, sunflower seeds, and onions.
- Pour dressing over salad;toss to combine.
- Serve, garnished with enoki mushrooms, if desired.
- Dressing: In a small bowl,whisk all ingredients together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.4, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 65.1, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 12.2, Protein 2.5
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute another type of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- To make the honey balsamic vinaigrette ahead of time, simply whisk together the ingredients in a jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- If you're short on time, you can use a pre-made vinaigrette instead of making your own.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing it to prevent the spinach from wilting.
Conclusion:
This strawberry and spinach salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy fresh strawberries. The honey balsamic vinaigrette adds a sweet and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the spinach and strawberries. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be ready in just a few minutes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this strawberry and spinach salad a try.
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