Strawberry Spinach Salad with Lemon Honey Vinaigrette

5 from 6 votes

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Lemon Honey Vinaigrette

This colorful spring-inspired salad packs a flavor punch with every bite! Spinach, strawberries, bacon, feta, red onion, and more are topped with a mild, lemony, sweet dressing that's sure to please all ages.

Total Time15

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: best side salad, best strawberry salad, easy spinach salad, easy strawberry salad, strawberry spinach salad

Servings: side salads

Calories: 370kcal

Author: Rachel Tiemeyer

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Lemon Honey Vinaigrette:

1/3 cup fresh lemon juice about juice of 3 large lemons
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/3 cup honey
3/4 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup Extra Virgin olive oil

For the Salad:

8 cups baby spinach loosely packed
1/2 pound bacon cooked and chopped
1/2 cup sliced almonds toasted*
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion or pickled red onions
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese

Instructions

Make the Vinaigrette: Add all the ingredients to a mason jar with lid. Seal tightly and shake until combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference. This dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Assemble the Salad: On a serving platter, add the spinach. Top with the bacon, toasted almonds, red onion, strawberries, and cheese.
Serve: Shake up the dressing and serve alongside the salad.

Notes

*To Toast the Almonds: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the almonds on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for about 4 minutes. Give them a shake, and bake another 3-5 minutes until they begin to smell toasted and are starting to turn golden. Keep a close eye on them, so they don't burn! Remove from the oven and immediately transfer to a plate or parchment paper to cool.

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