15-Minute Strawberry Spinach Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Balsamic Dressing
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1 cup balsamic vinegar
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¼ cup honey or brown sugar
→ Salad Ingredients
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10 oz fresh baby spinach
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3 cups strawberries, cleaned, hulled and sliced
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1 cup blueberries
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⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
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1 cup toasted pecans, some chopped
# Instructions:
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In a small saucepan, heat balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook, stirring, until the mixture thickens and reduces by about half (about 10 minutes).
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Remove from heat and pour the balsamic glaze into a heat-proof bowl to cool. The glaze will thicken further as it cools. Proper consistency should coat the back of a spoon but not be overly thick.
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In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, blueberries, and feta cheese. Toss gently to combine.
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Divide the salad mixture into individual serving bowls. Top each portion with whole and chopped toasted pecans. Drizzle each bowl with the prepared balsamic glaze.
# Notes:
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This vibrant salad is perfect as a side dish for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleaser for holiday gatherings, picnics, and potlucks.