Cinnamon Free Spinach & Strawberry Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Fresh strawberries and baby spinach are a classic pairing, and this salad leans into that combination with torn mint and paper-thin red onion for layers of flavor that feel genuinely exciting. The honey balsamic vinaigrette comes together in minutes — just a whisk of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated garlic, and a touch of ground ginger for gentle warmth without any spice that could cause concern. So many store-bought dressings and spice blends sneak in unexpected ingredients, but making your own here means you know exactly what's going in the bowl. The ginger adds just enough brightness to complement the sweet strawberries without overpowering the delicate greens. Toss everything together right before serving so the spinach stays crisp and the berries hold their shape. It's the kind of salad that works as a light lunch on its own or as a stunning side next to grilled chicken or fish.
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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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