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Strawberry Goat Cheese Spinach Salad

Strawberry goat cheese spinach salad with pecans and balsamic vinaigrette.
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A vibrant, restaurant-worthy salad that balances sweet strawberries, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy pecans. The key is tossing the spinach in the balsamic vinaigrette first for perfectly coated, flavorful greens. It comes together in just 15 minutes for an impressive meal or side.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and thoroughly dried
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup candied pecans
  • 1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing by whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare all salad components: dry the spinach, slice strawberries and red onion, crumble goat cheese.
  3. Place spinach in a large serving bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the dressing over the greens and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Top the dressed spinach with sliced strawberries, red onion, and candied pecans.
  5. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over the top.
  6. Drizzle with remaining dressing. Serve immediately with a gentle final toss if desired.

Notes

For best results, ensure spinach is completely dry before dressing. Soak red onion slices in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow their bite. Store components separately for make-ahead prep; assemble just before serving.

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