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Fresh Summer Berry and Goat Cheese Salad Easy Honey Vinaigrette Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing salad combining fresh summer berries, creamy goat cheese, and a sweet yet tangy honey vinaigrette. Perfect for quick summer meals or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries hulled and halved, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the baby spinach or mixed greens in cold water and dry thoroughly using a salad spinner or clean towel.
  2. Wash the berries gently under cold water, drain well, hull and halve larger strawberries, then set aside.
  3. Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons; soak in cold water for 5 minutes if a milder flavor is desired, then drain.
  4. Toast pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and cool.
  5. Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add a pinch of sugar if dressing is too sharp.
  6. In a large bowl, combine dried greens, berries, sliced onion, and toasted nuts. Crumble goat cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Drizzle the honey vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients without crushing the berries.
  8. Serve immediately for the freshest texture and flavor.

Notes

Dry greens thoroughly to avoid soggy salad. Handle berries gently to prevent bruising. Toast nuts just before assembling for best flavor. Dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge. Add dressing just before serving to keep salad fresh.

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Keywords: summer salad, berry salad, goat cheese salad, honey vinaigrette, fresh salad, easy salad recipe, healthy salad

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