Spinach and Strawberry Salad

This spinach and strawberry salad is a refreshing and light dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The sweetness of the strawberries pairs perfectly with the bitterness of the spinach, and the almonds and goat cheese add a nice crunch and creaminess. The dressing is a simple vinaigrette that is made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.

I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a light and refreshing salad to serve at a summer party. I had some strawberries on hand, and I thought they would be a great addition to a salad. I also added some spinach, red onion, almonds, and goat cheese to the salad, and I was really happy with the results. The salad was a hit at the party, and I have been making it ever since.

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

Ingredients

• 1 bag (10 ounces) baby spinach
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, red onion, almonds, and goat cheese.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The combination of strawberries and spinach is a classic for a reason. The sweetness of the strawberries pairs perfectly with the bitterness of the spinach.
• The almonds and goat cheese add a nice crunch and creaminess to the salad.
• The vinaigrette is a simple but flavorful dressing that brings all of the ingredients together.