Soy-Free Strawberry Spinach Salad
Brighten up your next meal with this refreshing and nutritious Soy-Free Strawberry Spinach Salad, a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors. Featuring a vibrant mix of tender baby spinach, juicy fresh strawberries, and crunchy toasted sliced almonds, this salad is as delightful to eat as it is to look at. A drizzle of homemade balsamic vinaigrette, sweetened with honey and elevated by a touch of Dijon mustard, ties everything together with a tangy-sweet finish. Optional crumbles of creamy goat cheese add a luxurious touch, making this dish equally suited for a quick lunch or an elegant dinner party. Ready in just 15 minutes and free of soy-based ingredients, this salad is an excellent choice for those seeking wholesome, allergy-friendly recipes that don’t compromise on taste.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 0.5 cup goat cheese (optional)
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly, then place it in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Rinse the strawberries, remove the stems, and slice them into thin pieces. Add the sliced strawberries to the bowl with the spinach.
Step 3
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are lightly browned and fragrant. Set them aside to cool slightly before adding them to the salad.
Step 4
If using goat cheese, crumble it into small pieces and add it to the salad bowl.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 7
Serve the salad immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (869.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1892.5 |
| Total Fat 155.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 64.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1412.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.9g | |
| Protein 55.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 812.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1663.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories