Berry Spinach Salad with Blueberries and Raspberries
Berry Spinach Salad with Blueberries, Raspberries, and Balsamic Dressing is a healthy and simple recipe made in just 15 minutes! This vibrant Summer salad is a perfect side dish for any weeknight dinner. It makes a beautiful presentation - perfect for many holiday occasions, and friends and family gatherings!
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword cranberry spinach salad, spinach salad with blueberries
In a small saucepan, heat balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat.
Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook, stirring, until the mixture thickens and reduces by about half (about 10 or so minutes).
Remove from heat and pour the balsamic glaze into a heat-proof bowl to cool off. The glaze will get thicker as it cools off.
Consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of the spoon but should not be overly thick.
Salad
For the best presentation, divide the spinach into individual large salad bowls.
Top each individual bowl with the rest of the salad ingredients.
Drizzle with the salad dressing.
Alternatively, In a large bowl, combine all of the salad ingredients, except the pecans. Toss to combine. Divide the salad into individual serving bowls. Top each serving bowl with whole and chopped toasted pecans. Drizzle the top of the salad in each bowl with balsamic glaze.
Notes
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