Spinach Berry Salad Bowl (Print)

Tender spinach tossed with fresh berries, goat cheese, toasted nuts, and homemade balsamic vinaigrette for a light, vibrant meal.

# Ingredients:

→ 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

# Instructions:

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.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • It takes just 15 minutes but tastes like you put real thought into it.
  • The balance of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and tangy hits every craving at once.
  • You can toss it together with whatever berries are in season or on sale.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and vegetarian without trying to be.
02 -
  • Always dress the salad right before serving, not ahead, or the spinach will turn limp and sad.
  • Toast your nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant, it completely transforms their flavor.
  • If your balsamic vinegar is very acidic, add an extra half teaspoon of honey to balance it out.
03 -
  • Use a salad spinner to dry your spinach completely, wet greens will never hold dressing properly.
  • Let the goat cheese sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before crumbling, it breaks apart more easily and tastes creamier.
  • If you're making this for guests, assemble individual portions in shallow bowls for a restaurant-style presentation.
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