Strawberry Spinach Salad Mix (Print Version)

Combines sweet strawberries, baby spinach, crumbled feta, and toasted nuts with a tangy balsamic dressing.

# Components:

→ Greens

01 - 4 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and dried

→ Fruits

02 - 1 1/3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Cheese

03 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

→ Nuts & Seeds

04 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds or candied pecans, toasted

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
07 - 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar until well emulsified. Set aside.
02 - In a large salad bowl, add spinach, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted nuts.
03 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad just before serving.
04 - Gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
05 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes but tastes like you put real thought into it.
  • The balance of sweet fruit, creamy cheese, and crunchy nuts hits every texture you crave.
  • You can dress it up or down depending on whos at the table.
  • Leftovers keep well if you store the dressing separately and toss right before eating.
02 -
  • Always dress the salad right before serving or the spinach will wilt and lose its bright green color.
  • Toast your nuts until theyre fragrant and golden, not just warm, or theyll taste flat.
  • If your strawberries are tart, add an extra half teaspoon of honey to the dressing.
03 -
  • Dry your spinach completely after washing or the dressing will slide right off.
  • Use a jar with a tight lid to shake the dressing instead of whisking, it emulsifies faster and saves a dish.
  • Taste a strawberry before slicing, if its bland, macerate the slices with a pinch of sugar for five minutes.
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