Strawberry Spinach Balsamic Salad (Printable)

A refreshing mix of strawberries, spinach, nuts, and tangy balsamic vinaigrette, perfect for light meals.

# What You Need:

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# Steps:

01 - Combine spinach, strawberries, red onion, feta cheese, nuts, and cucumber (if using) in a large salad bowl.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar until fully emulsified.
03 - Drizzle vinaigrette over salad immediately before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

# Expert Advice:

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  • The sweet and salty combination hits every craving at once, like a party in your mouth that nobody wants to end
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes flat but looks like something from a restaurant menu
  • The homemade vinaigrette takes seconds to whisk together and tastes infinitely better than anything store bought
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  • Soggy spinach is nobody's friend, so dress this salad right before serving or serve the dressing on the side
  • The vinaigrette keeps in the refrigerator for about a week, and honestly it gets better as the flavors meld together
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  • Candied pecans take this salad over the top, and sometimes I make a big batch just to keep around for snacking
  • A splash of champagne vinegar instead of balsamic makes it feel lighter and more delicate for summer dinners

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