Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts

This spinach and strawberry salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The sweet strawberries and tangy goat cheese complement the earthy spinach and crunchy walnuts, and the balsamic vinegar dressing adds a touch of acidity that brightens up the flavors. This salad is easy to make and can be served as a side dish or a light lunch.

This salad was inspired by a trip to the farmers market, where I found myself with a bounty of fresh strawberries and spinach. I wanted to create a salad that would showcase the flavors of these ingredients, and I thought that the tangy goat cheese and crunchy walnuts would be the perfect complements. The balsamic vinegar dressing adds a touch of acidity that brightens up the flavors and brings the salad together.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bag (10 ounces) fresh spinach
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, goat cheese, walnuts, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, balsamic vinegar, and salt.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The sweet strawberries and tangy goat cheese complement the earthy spinach and crunchy walnuts.
• The balsamic vinegar dressing adds a touch of acidity that brightens up the flavors.
• This salad is easy to make and can be served as a side dish or a light lunch.