Spinach Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad
This Spinach Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad recipe is perfect for strawberry season!
Equipment
- 1 large salad bowl
- 1 16oz mason Jar with lid
- 1 tongs or mixing utensils
Ingredients
Salad
- 3-4 handfuls fresh spinach
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- ⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- A handful of fresh herbs per eaters preference basil, parsley, dill, mint etc
Vinaigrette Dressing
- ½ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice optional
- 1 tsp kosher salt or to taste
- ½ tsp fresh cracked pepper
- 1/4 cup basil, chopped or julienned
Instructions
Make the Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
- In a small mixing bowl or a glass jar with a lid, combine the balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey or maple syrup (if using), Dijon mustard, and minced garlic (if using).
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined, or if using a jar, tightly close the lid and shake vigorously until the ingredients are emulsified.
- Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the sweetness and acidity by adding more honey/maple syrup or balsamic vinegar if desired.
Combine Salad Ingredients
- In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach leaves, herbs, sliced strawberries, cucumber and crumbled goat cheese.
- Add the nuts, if using, to the salad bowl.
Dress the Salad
- Drizzle the homemade balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad. Start with a smaller amount and add more to taste if needed.
Toss Gently
- Toss the salad gently to coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Serve
- Serve the salad immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 388kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 676mgPotassium: 325mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2419IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 2mg
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