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May 20, 2020 Updated September 15, 2020 By Rebecca Appetizers

Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Dressing

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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.

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[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?

balsamic dressing ingredients for easy strawberry salad

Add all salad dressing ingredients to a small mixing bowl. (1/4 tsp dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp minced garlic, 1/4 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.

easy strawberry salad ingredients on a table

Add 2 c spinach, 1 c sliced strawberries, 1/4 c pistachios, and 1 T hemp hearts, 1/2 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.

easy strawberry salad in a blue bowl with ingredients in the background

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.

Did you make this spinach strawberry salad? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

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Easy 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.
Course Appetizer, dinner, main, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 person
Author Rebecca

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • tongs

Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard for salad dressing
  • 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic for salad dressing
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar for salad dressing
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil for salad dressing
  • salt & pepper to taste for salad dressing
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach washed & dried
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pistachios
  • 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
  • grilled chicken breast
  • 1/2 whole avocado

Instructions

  • Add all salad dressing ingredients (1/4 tsp dijon, 1/4 tsp garlic, 1/4 c balsamic vinegar, 1 T olive oil and salt/pepper) to mixing bowl. Whisk until well incorporated. Set aside.
  • Add 2 c spinach, 1 c strawberries, 1/2 avocado-sliced, 1/4 c pistachios, and 1 T hemp hearts to serving bowl. Add grilled chicken. Drizzle dressing over salad right before serving. Enjoy

Video

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Notes

  • 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

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Categories: Appetizers

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  1. Natalie says

    June 11, 2018 at 8:31 am

    5 stars
    This salad looks absolutely perfect! So colorful, healthy and delicious. Can’t wait to try this recipe, the dessing sounds yummy in any salad, that’s for sure โ™ฅ

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      June 14, 2018 at 9:47 am

      thanks natalie!

      Reply
  2. Elysia | Haute & Healthy Living says

    June 11, 2018 at 9:11 am

    I LOVE strawberries in salad! Such a refreshing salad for this time of year!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      June 14, 2018 at 9:46 am

      same here! they’re sooo good!

      Reply
  3. Tara Bench says

    June 11, 2018 at 9:24 am

    such a simple recipe but this salad looks amazing! Perfect summer choice ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      June 14, 2018 at 9:46 am

      thanks Tara

      Reply
  4. Alina | Cooking Journey Blog says

    June 11, 2018 at 9:26 am

    Perfect fresh salad for summer!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      June 14, 2018 at 9:45 am

      right?! thanks

      Reply
  5. Denise says

    June 11, 2018 at 9:48 am

    5 stars
    Oh my, so fresh and easy to make! I love this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      June 14, 2018 at 9:44 am

      thanks!

      Reply
  6. Pam says

    May 20, 2020 at 1:22 pm

    5 stars
    I just love that this salad has just a few, but perfect, ingredients. Hemp hearts will be a new experience for me.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      May 21, 2020 at 3:15 pm

      oh yes, they add a great flavor and crunch to the salad

      Reply
  7. Andrea Metlika says

    May 20, 2020 at 1:32 pm

    5 stars
    I can get in to this salad. The strawberries and the balsamic dressing sound awesome together.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      May 21, 2020 at 3:14 pm

      it’s heaven for sure

      Reply
  8. Alison Marras says

    May 20, 2020 at 2:14 pm

    5 stars
    All my faves in one salad! Looks so fresh and flavorful.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      May 21, 2020 at 3:14 pm

      right?! the best flavors!

      Reply
  9. Jessica Formicola says

    May 20, 2020 at 2:36 pm

    5 stars
    This is my all time favorite salad recipe! So refreshing and perfect for summer!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      May 21, 2020 at 3:14 pm

      great to hear! thanks

      Reply

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