STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS

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This classic salad goes with just about anything you're serving. The juicy berries add a pop of color to the greens, and the sweet, crunchy nuts are good enough to eat all on their own! -Susan Howell, Royal Oak, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups walnut halves
SALAD:
1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries (about 1 pound)
1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; stir gently to moisten all the sugar. Cook over medium-low heat, gently swirling pan occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Cover; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook 1 minute. Uncover pan; continue to boil and gently swirl pan until syrup turns a deep amber color, about 2-3 minutes. Immediately remove from heat and carefully stir in walnuts until evenly coated. Spread onto foil to cool completely. Break into pieces., In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries and cucumber. In a small bowl, whisk the first 6 vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and walnuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tounsi Nestor
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.


sishir rai
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Adam moukar
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great source of protein and fiber.


Sheniah Hunter
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I've tried many strawberry spinach salads, but this one is by far the best. The candied walnuts really make it special.


Riday Max
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Miraj Miya
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so good that it makes the spinach taste amazing.


Marcelin Jamar jehyr
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect salad for a summer party.


Aunallah Aziza
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great go-to recipe for a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner.


Aadan Mohammad
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The candied walnuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. They're the perfect finishing touch for this salad.


Goodluck Usulor
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I love the contrast between the sweet strawberries and the bitter spinach. It's a really unique and delicious salad.


Mairaj Ali
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The dressing is the star of this salad. It's so flavorful and really brings all the ingredients together.


tvgj nasaa
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone raved about it.


Eacen Patwary
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Even my picky kids loved it!


anastasis theodoridis
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. The combination of sweet strawberries, tangy spinach, and crunchy walnuts was divine.