What kind of dressing goes on strawberry spinach salad?

Balsamic vinaigrette works best because it balances the sweet strawberries and fresh spinach with tangy flavor.

What pairs well with spinach strawberry salad?

Grilled chicken, salmon, sandwiches, roasted vegetables, and pasta dishes all pair nicely with this salad.

You can turn strawberry spinach into salads, smoothies, wraps, grain bowls, or light lunch plates.

Balsamic vinaigrette, poppyseed dressing, honey mustard dressing, and raspberry vinaigrette all taste delicious on spinach salad.

Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe with sweet strawberries, crisp spinach, creamy cheese, crunchy pecans, and homemade balsamic vinaigrette.

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16 ounces fresh spinach and mixed greens

16 ounces fresh strawberries, sliced with stems removed

1/2 cup crumbled cheese such as goat cheese, gorgonzola, blue cheese, feta, or queso fresco

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup olive oil

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

2 teaspoons maple syrup

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

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1. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and blended.

2. In a large bowl, combine spinach, mixed greens, strawberries, cheese, and pecans.

3. Add the dressing and toss lightly before serving, or serve the dressing on the side.

The dressing recipe makes extra dressing.

For a vegan version, leave out the cheese or use plant-based cheese.

To keep the salad fresh, store ingredients separately and add dressing and nuts just before serving.

Dry spinach thoroughly before assembling to prevent wilting.

Baby spinach works best for a softer texture and milder flavor.