Sensational Summer Strawberry Salad

Welcome, food lovers!

Today, we are going to share a refreshingly delightful recipe, perfect for those hot summer afternoons. Meet the Sensational Summer Strawberry Salad: a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and crunchy, satisfying not just your stomach but also your soul!

Ingredients

• 2 cups of fresh baby spinach
• 2 cups of ripe strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup of walnut halves, toasted
• 100 grams of goat cheese
• For the dressing:
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon of honey
  • Salt & pepper accordingly

Instructions

1. Start by preparing the dressing. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference.

2. Toast the walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat, moving them constantly to avoid burning. Allow them to cool.

3. Rinse the baby spinach and strawberries. Make sure to thoroughly dry them to ensure the dressing adheres well.

4. On a large serving platter, lay down the spinach first, followed by the juicy, sliced strawberries.

5. Add the thinly sliced red onions and crumble the goat cheese over the top. Here comes an exciting part: sprinkle the toasted walnuts for that much-needed crunch!

6. Drizzle your homemade dressing over the salad just before serving to keep everything fresh and crisp. Gently toss everything together making sure not to bruise the spinach and strawberries.

Voila! Your Sensational Summer Strawberry Salad (try saying that three times fast) is ready to delight your tastebuds.

Get creative with this recipe! Feel like adding grilled chicken? Go for it! Fancy some quinoa for an extra protein punch? Why not? Want to switch the walnuts for toasted almonds? It’s your salad! That’s the beauty of this recipe, it welcomes improvisation!

This salad serves up to 4 people. It’s perfect as a side dish to your summer grill party, or just as a light lunch when you don’t want something overwhelming on those short summer days.

So dive into this vibrant bowl of freshness, and get a taste of summer in every bite. You’re going to want to make this over and over again!

Bon appétit, foodies!

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