Strawberry Spinach Salad

Name: Strawberry Spinach Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 oz baby spinach; 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced; 2 oz fresh goat cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted; 1/4 cup red onion, very thinly sliced; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tsp honey; 1 tsp poppy seeds; 1/4 tsp salt

A beautiful spring salad of baby spinach, fresh strawberries, sliced almonds, and goat cheese tossed with a sweet poppy seed vinaigrette. Sweet, tangy, and perfect for any occasion.

10 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 oz baby spinach
1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 oz fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup red onion, very thinly sliced
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp honey
1 tsp poppy seeds
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp honey, 1 tsp poppy seeds, and 1/4 tsp salt.
2

Place 6 oz baby spinach in a large salad bowl.
3

Arrange 1 lb hulled and sliced fresh strawberries, 1/4 cup very thinly sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds over the spinach.
4

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently.
5

Sprinkle with 2 oz crumbled fresh goat cheese and serve immediately.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for honey in Strawberry Spinach Salad?

The entry for Strawberry Spinach Salad calls for 2 tsp honey. In its place: Maple syrup or agave, measure for measure, which also makes it vegan.

Can I make Strawberry Spinach Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Strawberry Spinach Salad is 2 oz fresh goat cheese, crumbled. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Strawberry Spinach Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Strawberry Spinach Salad carries 15 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 75 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 15 percent.

Does Strawberry Spinach Salad contain tree nuts?

Yes: 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Strawberry Spinach Salad?

Once dressed, the spinach will wilt within hours, so keep the dressing apart and toss Strawberry Spinach Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. Store the almonds at room temperature so it stays crisp. It does not freeze.

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