Ingredients:
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
How to Make Spinach Salad with a Berry Twist:
- Prepare the Spinach:
Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly. Place it in a large salad bowl, ensuring it’s crisp and ready for the vibrant mix of flavors. - Add the Berries:
Gently layer the sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries over the bed of spinach. This combination adds a burst of sweetness and antioxidants to your salad. - Sprinkle Feta Cheese:
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad. This creamy and tangy addition complements the sweetness of the berries. - Toast Almonds:
In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds until they turn golden brown and become fragrant. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad for a delightful crunch. - Drizzle with Dressing:
Just before serving, drizzle the salad with your favorite balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Use a light hand to maintain the freshness of the ingredients. - Toss and Serve:
Gently toss the salad to ensure an even distribution of the berries, feta cheese, almonds, and dressing. Be careful not to overdress to keep the salad crisp. - Serve Immediately:
Plate the Berry Spinach Salad and serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures at their best.
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Berry Spinach Salad
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
5
minutesIngredients
6 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup raspberries
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Directions
- Prepare the Spinach:
- Wash and thoroughly dry the baby spinach. Place it in a large salad bowl, ensuring it’s crisp and ready for the vibrant mix of flavors.
- Add the Berries:
- Gently layer the sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries over the bed of spinach. This combination adds a burst of sweetness and antioxidants to your salad.
- Sprinkle Feta Cheese:
- Crumble the feta cheese over the salad. This creamy and tangy addition complements the sweetness of the berries.
- Toast Almonds:
- In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds until they turn golden brown and become fragrant. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad for a delightful crunch.
- Drizzle with Dressing:
- Just before serving, drizzle the salad with your favorite balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Use a light hand to maintain the freshness of the ingredients.
- Toss and Serve:
- Gently toss the salad to ensure an even distribution of the berries, feta cheese, almonds, and dressing. Be careful not to overdress to keep the salad crisp.
- Serve Immediately:
- Plate the Berry Spinach Salad and serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures at their best.
Notes
- For added protein, consider topping your Berry Spinach Salad with grilled chicken or shrimp. This versatile salad can be customized with your favorite nuts, cheeses, or additional fruits.
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