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Strawberry Spinach Salad

Refreshing Strawberry Spinach Salad for Easy Summer Sipping

This refreshing Strawberry Spinach Salad is perfect for summer, featuring fresh strawberries and a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Substitute with raisins or fresh berries for variety.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 1 pinch Salt Sea salt or kosher salt work best.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Coconut oil is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Pistachios Replace with walnuts or pecans if desired.
  • 5 cups Baby Spinach Arugula adds a peppery twist if you’d like.
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Seasonal fruits like blueberries or peaches are also great substitutes.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Consider making cucumber flowers for a lovely touch.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely slicing helps with integration.
For the Dressing
  • to taste Lemon Basil Dressing Elevates the salad with a fresh, tangy flavor profile.

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Plump the cranberries by microwaving them in water for 30 seconds until warm. Let them sit until absorbed moisture.
  2. In a pan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, add 1 cup of pistachios, and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Stir in honey, chili powder, and salt, cooking until nuts are golden brown.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 5 cups of baby spinach, 3/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries, 3/4 cup cucumber, and sliced red onion. Drizzle with 2-3 tablespoons of dressing and toss gently.
  4. Top with remaining strawberries, cucumber, and cranberries. Sprinkle with glazed pistachios and drizzle more dressing if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, prepare the dressing a few hours ahead. Ensure cranberries are moist to avoid chewiness, and allow glazed pistachios to cool for crunch.

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