Spinach and Berry Salad Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Fresh spinach, sweet berries, goat cheese, and toasted nuts with tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

# What You Need:

→ Salad

01 - 5 oz fresh baby spinach
02 - 3.5 oz mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
03 - 2 oz goat cheese, crumbled
04 - 1.75 oz toasted walnuts or pecans, roughly chopped
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Vinaigrette

06 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and dry the spinach leaves and berries thoroughly.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, berries, goat cheese, nuts, and red onion if using.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
05 - Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • Nutritious & Vibrant: Packed with fresh antioxidants from mixed berries and iron-rich baby spinach.
  • Quick Preparation: Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, making it ideal for busy days.
  • Versatile: Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, fitting a wide range of dietary needs.
02 -
  • Only dress the salad right before you plan to eat to maintain the crispness of the greens.
  • Toast the nuts lightly in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes to enhance their crunch and depth of flavor.
  • Always check cheese labels for specific allergen information if cooking for guests with sensitivities.
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