Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese & Balsamic Vinaigrette

This colorful Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese & Balsamic Vinaigrette is a perfect summer dish. Sweet strawberries go perfectly with tangy balsamic, topped with creamy goat cheese and crunchy walnuts. It is refreshing, filling, and simple!

Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese &  Balsamic Vinaigrette

A salad that has it ALL!

This is the type of salad that goes perfectly with just about anything on your summer grilling menu. Whether you’re grilling up your favorite chicken or steak, or going for a full vegan feast with roasted potatoes, this salad is a winner. The sweetness of the strawberries is amazing when paired with savory dishes.

Strawberries and spinach are one of my favorite combos, but arugula works really well in this too. The creamy goat cheese and crunchy walnuts add so much texture and flavor, then top if off with the tangy balsamic vinaigrette, and this will impress your guests!

Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese &  Balsamic Vinaigrette

How to serve this simple salad

I would serve this delicious salad with my smashed potatoes with chive sour cream, and if you’re wanting extra protein, then definitely my perfectly roasted chicken. Then round it out with these savory zucchini muffins for a fun side dish.

If you are going to serve it immediately, then you can go ahead and toss it with the vinaigrette. But if you are preparing the salad ahead of time, then I suggest waiting until you are ready to serve to add the dressing. The dressing can potentially make the spinach a bit soggy if it sits for too long before serving.

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Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese

This colorful Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese & Balsamic Vinaigrette is a perfect summer dish. Sweet strawberries go perfectly with tangy balsamic, topped with creamy goat cheese and crunchy walnuts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 5-6 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • cups strawberries , sliced
  • ½ cup walnuts , chopped
  • 2 oz goat cheese

Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl (or large serving bowl), combine the spinach, strawberries and walnuts.
  • To make the vinaigrette, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper in a jar with a tight fitting lid. Give it a good shake for about 20 seconds.
  • When ready to serve, pour your desired amount of vinaigrette onto the salad, and crumble the goat cheese over the top. Use tongs to toss it all together, and serve!
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