Honey Spinach Salad
Brighten up your table with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful Honey Spinach Salad, a perfect blend of sweet and savory goodness! Tender baby spinach leaves are topped with juicy strawberries, tangy blueberries, creamy crumbled goat cheese, and crunchy candied pecans, creating a delightful medley of textures and tastes. The salad is elevated with a homemade honey-balsamic dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of seasoning, bringing just the right balance of zesty sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant dish makes an ideal side for any meal or a light, refreshing lunch option. Packed with antioxidants, fresh produce, and gourmet flair, this Honey Spinach Salad is as nutritious as it is delicious—a must-try for any salad lover!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 0.5 cup Blueberries
- 0.5 cup Goat cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Candied pecans
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly, then place it in a large salad bowl.
Add the sliced strawberries and blueberries to the bowl with the spinach.
Crumble the goat cheese and add it to the salad along with the candied pecans.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well emulsified.
Drizzle the honey dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the spinach and toppings are evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Honey Spinach Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.6 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1409 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.3 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 647 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
