BERRY DELIGHTFUL SPINACH SALAD

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A homemade dressing and sugared pecans dress up this fruit-filled green salad. When fresh berries are out of season, try substituting dried fruits. -Bonnie Jost, Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
DRESSING:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2/3 cup fresh strawberries
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet over medium-low heat, cook sugar until it begins to melt. Gently drag melted sugar to the center of pan so sugar melts evenly. Cook, without stirring, until sugar is dark reddish brown, about 15 minutes., Remove from the heat; stir in pecans. Pour onto a foil-lined baking sheet; cool completely. Break pecans apart if necessary., In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and blueberries. Place the first six dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until pureed. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., Just before serving, drizzle salad with dressing; toss to coat. Top with sugared pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 29g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

David Jambrovic
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love it!


Meljory Maningo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Sanat Gotame
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Dusty King
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing.


Jackson Namutare
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover berries.


Tristan Shrewsbury
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Fardi Gaming
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer salad.


Benrico Robyn George Benrobyn
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I made this salad for my picky kids and they loved it! It's definitely a keeper.


Rafi Troeman
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds in this recipe. It turned out great!


Jarrid Thelen
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Boamah Kids
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I love the colors in this salad. It's so vibrant and cheerful.


JaMo
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for potlucks and picnics.


Wesley Glass
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one is a game-changer. The dressing is out of this world.


Marcus Cerda
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the crunch of the spinach and the sweetness of the berries.


katelyn Naquin
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the berries add a nice sweetness.


Radhe Verma
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. The combination of berries, spinach, and feta cheese was divine.