Fresh Strawberry & Spinach Salad Recipe - A Summertime Favorite

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Goat cheese provides a similar tangy flavor with fewer calories.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds are lower in calories, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers health benefits and a different flavor profile.

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🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a unique sweetness and is often easier to find.

Combine baby spinach and fresh local strawberries in a large bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, quarter cup extra virgin olive oil, three tablespoons white granulated sugar, one tablespoon finely diced red onion, one tablespoon poppy seeds, quarter teaspoon black pepper, and quarter teaspoon salt until emulsified.

Toast slivered almonds in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until lightly browned.

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, ensuring not to over dress it.

Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.

If desired, sprinkle goat cheese over the top before serving.

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