Do I have to use other nuts in place of pecans in the recipe?

Absolutely! Walnuts, almonds or even cashews are excellent as a replacement. Each nut has their own distinct taste and texture, however the crunch made of candied nuts will always be the highlight of the show.

What can you store leftovers from the salad?

This salad tastes best fresh If you do have leftovers, you can keep your food (without dressing) in an airtight container. It will stay fresh for up to a day and dressing it can be added as desired prior to serving.

Do I have to prepare this salad in advance?

Yes! You can make the candied pecans, and cut the strawberries prior to serving. You can store the ingredients separately and then assemble the salad just before serving it to ensure the freshest flavor.

Spinach Strawberry Salad with Candied Pecans – Fresh, Healthy & Irresistibly Delicious

Name: Spinach Strawberry Salad with Candied Pecans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter; 1 cup pecans; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 6 oz spinach leaves; 1 1/2 cups strawberries, stems removed; 1/4 cup goat cheese (or feta cheese if preferred); balsamic vinaigrette (Litehouse dressing works wonderfully here)

Description

This vibrant spinach strawberry salad with candied pecans and goat cheese is the perfect light meal for any season. The sweet crunch of the pecans pairs beautifully with the earthy spinach and juicy strawberries, while the balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together. A perfect balance of fresh, sweet, and savory in every bite!

Ingredients

2 tbsp butter

1 cup pecans

2 tbsp brown sugar

6 oz spinach leaves

1 1/2 cups strawberries, stems removed

1/4 cup goat cheese (or feta cheese if preferred)

balsamic vinaigrette (Litehouse dressing works wonderfully here)

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Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pecans and brown sugar. Stir to coat. Cook for about 3 minutes until the sugar begins to caramelize. Spread the pecans out on wax paper to cool.

2. In a salad bowl, layer the spinach leaves, strawberries, and crumbled goat cheese. Add the cooled candied pecans.

3. Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

– You can substitute goat cheese with feta if desired.

– The candied pecans can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: American