Description
A fresh and light strawberry spinach salad with a sweet honey citrus dressing that’s perfect for a quick meal or as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans or sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup goat cheese or feta (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk the honey, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing.
- Dry the spinach thoroughly to prevent a watery salad.
- Slice the strawberries just before serving for maximum freshness.
- Add the onion, nuts, and cheese to the spinach in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing lightly over the salad and toss gently until everything is coated.
Notes
Best served immediately for optimal freshness. Keep wet ingredients separate until ready to serve to avoid wilting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American