Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Dressing

This easy spinach strawberry salad with balsamic dressing is bursting with flavor, is easy, and is perfect for spring and summer dinners. Add some grilled chicken and a slice of bread to your salad to make it a full meal. Try this summer berry salad if you're on a berries & greens kick.

[This recipe was originally posted in June 2018. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, video and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]

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How will this spinach strawberry salad make your life easier?

Salads can get really complicated, that's why I love this salad. It's easy, quick, and uses the best produce of the season. Swap the strawberries for other berries/fruit you have, same with the spinach. Swap it for kale, arugula, or romaine lettuce if you have it. This warm kale salad, avocado grapefruit salad, and shaved zucchini salad with corn and feta are all great simple salad options!

What makes this salad so good?

• Dijon mustard
• Garlic
• Balsamic vinegar
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Baby spinach
• Strawberries
• Avocado
• Pistachios
• Hemp hearts
• Grilled chicken breast

How do I make this spinach strawberry salad?

Add all salad dressing ingredients to a small mixing bowl. (¼ tsp dijon mustard, ¼ tsp minced garlic, ¼ c balsamic vinegar, 1 T olive oil and salt/pepper to taste). Whisk until well incorporated. Set aside.

Expert Tip: Buy pre-minced garlic in a jar to save time.

Expert Tip: Make extra dressing for more salads or to marinate chicken or steak.

Add 2 c spinach, 1 c sliced strawberries, ¼ c pistachios, and 1 T hemp hearts, ½ avocado-sliced, and 3-4 oz grilled chicken to serving bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad right before serving. Enjoy.

Expert Tip: Swap chicken for steak, edamame, or tofu.

Expert Tips

• Buy pre-minced garlic in a jar to save time
• Make extra dressing for more salads or to marinate chicken or steak.
• Swap chicken for steak, edamame, or tofu
• Dress salad right before serving so it doesn't get soggy

FAQ

How do you make balsamic dressing?

My favorite balsamic dressing is found in the recipe card below. It has balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, dijon mustard, garlic, and a pinch of salt & pepper in it.

What do you eat with strawberry salad?

I like to have some chicken or steak and a slice of bread or rice with my salad. It makes me feel more full and makes the dinner more satisfying. By practicing mindful eating, you can realize what you'd like to eat with your strawberry salad.

What can I make with leftover ingredients?

• (spinach) Thai Beef Bowl with Spinach, Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges.
• (strawberries) Sparkling Berry Lemonade, Strawberry Sauce, Dark Chocolate Waffles.
• (avocado) 3 Ingredient Guacamole, Avocado Grapefruit Salad, and Fish Tacos with White Sauce.
• (pistachios) Pistachio Pesto, Warm Kale Salad w/ Pomegranate Balsamic, Beet & Arugula Salad.

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