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Honey-Lemon Berry & Baby Spinach Salad

Honey-Lemon Berry & Baby Spinach Salad: The Ultimate Recipe for Freshness


  • Author: David Andersson
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

In the quest for salads that are genuinely exciting, filling, and visually stunning, the Honey-Lemon Berry & Baby Spinach Salad stands head and shoulders above the rest. This isn’t the bland, wilting side dish you politely push around your plate; it is a vibrant culinary fusion where every ingredient plays a vital role. We’re talking about the deep, earthy undertones of baby spinach providing a perfect, tender base for the jewel-toned brilliance of fresh berries—strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. This entire canvas is then painted with a bright, zingy, and perfectly balanced Honey-Lemon Dressing that elevates the natural sweetness of the fruit and softens the tang of the cheese.

 


Ingredients

Scale

For the Salad:

  • 6 cups baby spinach, washed and dried

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

  • ½ cup fresh blueberries

  • ½ cup fresh raspberries (optional but lovely for color)

  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (or goat cheese)

  • ¼ cup toasted sliced almonds or chopped pecans


For the Honey-Lemon Dressing:

  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 2 tsp lemon zest

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, helps emulsify)

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste


Instructions

  1. Make the Dressing:

    • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice, zest, honey, and Dijon.

    • Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  2. Assemble the Salad:

    • In a large serving bowl, combine baby spinach, berries, and red onion.

    • Drizzle lightly with dressing and toss gently to coat.

  3. Add Toppings:

    • Sprinkle with feta (or goat cheese) and toasted almonds.

    • Add another light drizzle of dressing if desired.

  4. Serve Immediately:

    • Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

This Honey-Lemon Berry & Baby Spinach Salad is a refreshing burst of sweet and tangy flavors — perfect for a light lunch, a healthy side, or a colorful addition to any meal. Toss it with your favorite nuts or a sprinkle of feta for an extra layer of texture and flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 140

Keywords: Berry and Spinach Salad; Healthy Berry Salad; Honey-Lemon Dressing Recipe; Spinach and Feta Salad