Caffeine Free Spinach & Strawberry Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Bright, juicy strawberries and tender baby spinach make for one of those salads that genuinely feels like a treat rather than an obligation. The torn fresh mint adds a cool, aromatic lift that ties everything together, while the paper-thin red onion brings just enough bite to keep things interesting. The dressing is the real star — a quick whisk of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated garlic, and a pinch of ground ginger creates something tangy, sweet, and deeply savory all at once. Everything here is naturally free of stimulants, so it's a great pick when you're keeping your day calm and your plate clean. No specialty swaps needed, no label-reading stress — just whole, fresh ingredients that happen to work beautifully together. Toss it right before serving so the spinach stays perky and the strawberries hold their shape.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ red onion, very thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 clove garlic, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated garlic, ground ginger, and salt until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- 2
Add the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, and torn mint to a large salad bowl.
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