Strawberry and Spinach Salad Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing Ingredients: 6 cups baby spinach 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/3 cup sliced red onion 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or walnuts Optional: 1/2 avocado, sliced For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon poppy seeds Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper until emulsified. In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, strawberries, red onion, and avocado (if using). Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with goat cheese and toasted nuts just before serving. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #strawberrysalad #spinachsalad #summerrecipes #freshfruitinspo #easyhealthyrecipes #saladwithfruit #balsamicdressing #goatcheeselove #quickmeals #superfoods #lightlunch #seasonaleating #veggielove #sweetandsavorysalad #glutenfree #healthyandfresh #plantbasedoption #vibrantsalad #springeats #saladrecipe Juicy strawberries + fresh spinach = salad bliss Top with creamy goat cheese and a tangy poppy seed dressing for the perfect bite!

Cranberry and Pecan Salad Fresh Greens with Dried Cranberries, Toasted Pecans, and Tangy Balsamic Vinaigrette Ingredients: 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., baby spinach, arugula, romaine) 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 crisp apple (e.g., Honeycrisp), thinly sliced For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon honey Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cranberries, pecans, red onion, and apple slices. Drizzle with the prepared dressing and toss gently to coat. Top with crumbled goat cheese or feta. Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crunch. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 240 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #cranberrysalad #pecansalad #holidayrecipes #wintersalad #saladwithfruit #balsamicvinaigrette #easygreens #goatcheeselove #fresheats #healthyrecipes #lightlunchideas #fallflavors #applepecansalad #simpleandfresh #seasonaleating #veggielovers #quicklunchideas #superfoodsalad #fruitandnutcombo #crunchysalad Crisp greens + sweet cranberries + toasted pecans = salad perfection This 10-minute dish is fresh, festive, and full of flavor!