Best 8 Strawberry Spinach Salad With Champagne Pear Vinaigrette And Walnut Crusted Chevre Recipes

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**Strawberry Spinach Salad with Champagne Pear Vinaigrette and Walnut-Crusted Chèvre: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**

Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with this vibrant and refreshing Strawberry Spinach Salad, artfully adorned with Champagne Pear Vinaigrette and Walnut-Crusted Chèvre. This symphony of flavors promises a harmonious balance between sweet, tangy, and nutty elements, tantalizing your taste buds with every bite. The verdant spinach leaves provide a crisp and earthy foundation, while the luscious strawberries add a burst of sweetness and vibrant color. The Champagne Pear Vinaigrette, with its delicate effervescence and subtle pear undertones, elevates the salad to new heights of flavor. Finally, the Walnut-Crusted Chèvre, with its creamy texture and nutty crunch, adds a touch of sophistication and richness that brings the entire dish together. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey like no other with this exquisite Strawberry Spinach Salad, a true masterpiece that will impress even the most discerning palate.

**Recipes Included:**

* Strawberry Spinach Salad with Champagne Pear Vinaigrette and Walnut-Crusted Chèvre
* Champagne Pear Vinaigrette
* Walnut-Crusted Chèvre

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH-STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH FETA & WALNUTS



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Sweet strawberries, salty feta and crunchy walnuts jazz up a simple spinach salad. The balsamic vinaigrette is incredibly easy; fresh shallots add more zip than you'll find in any commercial dressing.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Healthy Green Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon best-quality balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped shallot
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
6 cups baby spinach
1 cup sliced strawberries
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup toasted chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, shallot, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes to allow shallots to soften and mellow a bit.
  • Add spinach, strawberries, feta and walnuts to the bowl and toss to coat with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 298 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

STRAWBERRY-SPINACH SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE-PEAR VINAIGRETTE AND WALNUT-CRUSTED CHEVRE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Strawberry-Spinach Salad with Champagne-Pear Vinaigrette and Walnut-Crusted Chevre Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Chez_Alexander

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 oz walnuts, finely chopped
4 oz honey chevre cheese (available at Trader Joe's)
1/3 cup Champagne-Pear Vinaigrette (available at Trader Joe's)
1 package baby spinach
1/2 small red onion, sliced into very thin half-rings
1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Place walnuts in a shallow dish. Divide chevre into 12 equal portions, rolling to form 12 balls. Roll each ball in the walnuts until well-coated. Set walnut-crusted chevre balls aside. 2. Combine spinach, red onion, and vinaigrette in a large mixing bow; toss gently to coat evenly. Divide spinach mixture evenly among 4 salad plates or shallow bowls. 3. Top each serving with 1/4 cup strawberries and 3 chevre balls. Serve immediately. Makes 4 servings. Each serving = 4 Weight Watchers points.

STRAWBERRY, SPINACH, AND PEAR SALAD



Strawberry, Spinach, and Pear Salad image

Spinach leaves and romaine are tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and topped with sliced strawberries, sliced pears, toasted black walnuts, and feta cheese.

Provided by Allie

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup black walnuts
1 (10 ounce) bag spinach leaves
1 (10 ounce) bag romaine lettuce, torn
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette
8 large strawberries, sliced
2 pears - peeled, cored and sliced
1 (6 ounce) container crumbled feta
3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Place the walnuts in a small skillet over medium-high heat; toast the nuts while stirring constantly for 4 to 5 minutes; set aside to cool completely.
  • Toss together the spinach and romaine lettuce in a large mixing bowl, and toss with 1/2 cup of balsamic vinaigrette. Arrange the strawberries, pears, feta cheese, and walnuts over the top of the salad. Dress the salad with another 3 tablespoons vinaigrette to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 1019 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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Sweet, ripe strawberries, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy pecans make this simple strawberry spinach salad perfect for any time of day.

Categories     Mother's Day     spring     salad     side dish

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 c. fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp. honey
1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp. poppy seeds
2 tsp. dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 5-oz. containers baby spinach
1 lb. strawberries, halved or sliced
2 oranges, peeled and sliced
1 1/2 c. chopped pecans, toasted
4 oz. goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • For the dressing: In a small jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, vinegar, poppy seeds, mustard, salt, and pepper. Seal the jar; shake vigorously to combine. Set aside.
  • For the salad: Just before serving, add the spinach to a large bowl or platter; top with half of the strawberries and orange slices. Drizzle with half of the dressing; gently toss to coat. Top the salad with the remaining berries, orange slices, pecans, and goat cheese. Drizzle with your desired amount of the remaining dressing, and serve the remainder on the side, if you like.

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.

SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Here's a fruity spinach salad that even the kids will devour. The pretty strawberry drizzle peps up the greens nicely. -Carrie Sherrill, Forestville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup honey
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
3/4 cup pecan halves, divided
12 cups torn mixed salad greens or chopped fresh spinach
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process for 30 seconds. Add 2 cups strawberries; cover and process until blended. Add 1/4 cup pecans; pulse until chopped. , In a large bowl, combine the spinach, oranges, onions and remaining strawberries and pecans. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 37g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPINACH SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Fruit     Leafy Green     Side     Low Carb     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Vinegar     Goat Cheese     Strawberry     Apple     Spinach     Sparkling Wine     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

For marinated apples
1 cup sliced apple (1 small apple)
1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinaigrette
For strawberry Champagne vinaigrette
1/2 cup sliced hulled strawberries
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
Pinch salt
For serving
4 cups organic spinach leaves (4 ounces)
4 tablespoons crumbled plain goat cheese (2 ounces)
4 tablespoons dried cranberries
4 teaspoons chopped toasted walnuts

Steps:

  • Make marinated apples:
  • In small bowl, combine apple slices and apple cider vinaigrette. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 2 and up to 6 hours.
  • Make strawberry Champagne vinaigrette:
  • In blender, purée all ingredients until smooth.
  • To serve:
  • In medium bowl, toss together spinach and strawberry Champagne vinaigrette. Mound 1 cup dressed spinach on each plate. With fork or slotted spoon, lift apples from marinade and scatter 1/4 cup over each salad. Top each salad with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1 tablespoon dried cranberries, and 1 teaspoon walnuts.

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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If preparing this salad ahead of time, add all the ingredients to the vinaigrette with the exception of the spinach, then add the spinach on top and let stand until ready to toss.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups lightly packed baby spinach
6 ounces strawberries (1 1/2 cups), hulled and thinly sliced
1/4 cups almonds (1 1/2 ounces), toasted and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
2 ounces feta, crumbled

Steps:

  • Whisk together oil and vinegar in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add spinach, strawberries, almonds, sesame seeds, and feta. Gently toss until spinach is evenly coated with dressing. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have champagne vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar.
  • To make the candied walnuts, simply toss them with some sugar and cinnamon and roast them in the oven until they are golden brown.
  • To make the walnut-crusted chèvre, simply roll the goat cheese logs in chopped walnuts.
  • If you are short on time, you can buy pre-made croutons or goat cheese.

Conclusion:

This strawberry spinach salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. The champagne pear vinaigrette adds a touch of sweetness and acidity, while the walnut-crusted chèvre adds a creamy and nutty flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit with your friends and family!

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