Rice 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 stop mid-bite and ask for the recipe. Baby spinach forms a tender base, layered with juicy sliced strawberries, paper-thin red onion, and torn fresh mint for a combination that feels both elegant and effortless. The real star is the honey balsamic vinaigrette — a quick whisk of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated garlic, and a hint of ground ginger that comes together in minutes and coats every leaf beautifully. Grain-free eating can sometimes feel like a compromise, but this salad is proof that skipping rice and other grains doesn't mean skipping satisfaction or flavor. Every ingredient here is whole and naturally free of grains, so there's no label-reading stress or ingredient swaps required. It works equally well as a light lunch on its own or as a stunning side alongside grilled proteins. Toss it right before serving to keep the spinach crisp and the strawberries vibrant.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!