Strawberry & Spinach Summer Salad

A simple spinach salad that highlights the sweetness of summer.

INGREDIENTS & INSTRUCTIONS —

1. MARINATE THE STRAWBERRIES: Combine the following, place in fridge -

   • ½ pint strawberries, sliced or quartered

   • 1 tablespoon sugar

   • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

2. MAKE HONEY ALMONDS: Combine the following, place in the oven, till almonds are slightly golden (about 10 mins at 300 degrees)

   • 1 cup sliced almonds

   • 1 tablespoon honey

3. MAKE VINAIGRETTE: Combine & blend —

   • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

   • ½ cup olive oil

   • 1 shallot

   • ½ teaspoon salt

   • a handful of fresh mint leaves

4. ADD TO SALAD BOWL & TOSS:

   • 1 container (washed) spinach

   • 4 ounces goat cheese

   • Marinated strawberries

   • Toasted Almonds

   • Homemade vinaigrette

I added Trader Joes Spicy pecans for extra nuts for an extra spicy crunch!