Mustard Free Spinach & Strawberry Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

Sweet, bright, and genuinely refreshing, this spinach and strawberry salad is the kind of dish that makes people ask for the recipe before they've even finished their plate. The combination of juicy sliced strawberries, tender baby spinach, paper-thin red onion, and torn fresh mint creates layers of flavor that feel effortlessly elegant. What really ties it together is the honey balsamic vinaigrette — a simple whisk of extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated garlic, and a touch of ground ginger that comes together in minutes. For anyone navigating mustard sensitivities, bottled dressings are often a minefield, with mustard flour or mustard seed hiding in the ingredient list as a cheap emulsifier. This homemade vinaigrette skips all of that entirely, relying on the natural emulsifying power of honey and a good whisk to get that silky, cohesive texture. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can dress and toss with total confidence. It's the kind of salad that works as a light lunch, a stunning starter, or a colorful side at any gathering.

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