Best 11 Strawberry Spinach Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

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Are you looking for a refreshing, flavorful and nutritious salad to enhance your culinary repertoire? Strawberry spinach salad with balsamic vinaigrette is a classic combination that offers a delightful medley of sweet, tangy and slightly bitter flavors. Its vibrant colors and textures make it an impressive dish that is perfect for both casual and formal occasions. Whether you're craving a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a delightful starter, this salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD WITH HONEY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Strawberry and Spinach Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette image

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

1 bunch fresh spinach
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
½ cup raw pecans
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
½ cup olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

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

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH CANDIED PECANS FETA AND BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Strawberry Spinach Salad with Candied Pecans Feta and Balsamic Vinaigrette image

A delicious and easy strawberry spinach salad with layers of exciting flavor! It's perfect for a summer lunch with chicken or serve as dinner side salad.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
1 Tbsp honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup broken or roughly chopped pecans
1 1/2 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 Tbsp butter
10 oz baby spinach
1 lb fresh strawberries (, hulled and sliced)
5 oz . feta cheese (, crumbled)
1/3 small red onion (, thinly sliced)

Steps:

  • Add vinegar to a small saucepan, bring to a boil over medium heat and allow to boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Pour into a jar or bowl, add olive oil, dijon mustard, honey and whisk to blend while seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Thin with a little water if desired. Set aside.
  • Add pecans, brown sugar and butter to a small non-stick skillet and cook over medium-heat, stirring constantly until sugar starts to melt and caramelize, about 2 - 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate in a single layer to cool.
  • In a salad bowl toss together spinach, strawberries, half of the feta, red onion and pecans. Drizzle about 1/3 of the dressing over salad then plate and drizzle remaining dressing over individual portions and top with remaining half of the feta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 345 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette image

I found the original recipe on Allrecipes.com, although I tweeked it a bit. The balsamic really adds alot of flavor to this salad and the almonds give it a nice crunch. You could toss in some cooked chicken and call it dinner real easy.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Strawberry

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup white sugar (I used Splenda)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried onion flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
4 cups cleaned dry Baby Spinach
1 cup strawberry, halved or quartered
1/4 cup packaged sliced honey almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the sugar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sesame oil, dried onion, paprika, oil and vinegar.
  • Refrigerate until chilled.
  • In a salad bowl, toss spinach and strawberries with some of the dressing.
  • You will have more dressing than you will need.
  • Sprinkle with sliced almonds if desired.

STRAWBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Strawberry and Spinach Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette image

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

1 ounce balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or 1 teaspoon creole mustard
3 ounces olive oil
1 pint ripe strawberry, stemmed & quartered
16 ounces fresh spinach
1/4 cup red onion, shaved
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

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

SPINACH AND STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH WARM BACON VINAIGRETTE



Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 ounces baby spinach
1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the spinach, strawberries and shallots in a large bowl.
  • Toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl or plate and set aside to cool.
  • Put the bacon in a cold medium skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate; leave the bacon fat in the pan.
  • Take the skillet off the heat and stir in the mustard and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Add the vinegar and then whisk in the olive oil. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the bacon and almonds to the salad, pour over the bacon vinaigrette, and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Spinach Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Strawberry     Pecan     Spinach     Summer     Vegan     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 tablespoons strawberry vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
5 ounces baby spinach (8 cups)
1/2 pound strawberries, cut lengthwise into thick slices (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup pecan halves (3 1/2 ounces), toasted and cooled

Steps:

  • Whisk together vinegar, a rounded 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking well. Put spinach, strawberries, and pecans in a large bowl and toss with just enough vinaigrette to lightly coat.

SPINACH AND STRAWBERRY SALAD



Spinach and Strawberry Salad image

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

2 bunches spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces
4 cups sliced strawberries
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup white wine vinegar
½ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

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

SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Spinach Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette image

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

3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup honey
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
3/4 cup pecan halves, divided
12 cups torn mixed salad greens or chopped fresh spinach
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3 green onions, sliced

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.

MIXED BERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Mixed Berry Spinach Salad With Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

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

5 oz baby spinach
1 cup strawberry, sliced
½ cup blueberry
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 sweet apple, cored, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup candied walnuts, chopped
1 cup strawberry
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
⅔ cup feta cheese, as desired

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

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 16

DRESSING:
Baby spinach
Strawberries, sliced
Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
Red onion, sliced
Grape tomatoes, halved
Bacon, cooked and crumbled
Danish Blue Cheese, crumbled
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Assemble salad with the first 7 ingredients. In a small bowl, mix together the first 6 ingredients of the dressing. Slowly add the olive oil, while whisking vigorously to create an emulsion. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRY DRESSING



Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Dressing image

Berries add a pop of color to this favorite salad that's part of my gluten-free menu. My challenge is to keep the family from eating the sugared almonds before I add them! -Peggy Gwillim, Strasbourg, Saskatchewan -Peggy Gwillim, Strasbourg, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar
1 green onion, finely chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and stir almonds and sugar over low heat until sugar is dissolved and almonds are coated. Spread on foil to cool; break apart., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and almonds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the freshest and most flavorful salad, use ripe, in-season strawberries and spinach.
  • To make the salad dressing, use a good quality balsamic vinegar. A well-aged balsamic vinegar will have a more complex and flavorful taste.
  • If you don't have any balsamic vinegar on hand, you can substitute another type of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • Add a pinch of sugar or honey to the dressing to balance out the acidity of the vinegar.
  • Toasted nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, add a nice crunch to the salad.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is a delicious and easy way to add flavor and richness to the salad.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-washed spinach and pre-sliced strawberries.

Conclusion:

Strawberry spinach salad with balsamic vinaigrette is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try.

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