Name: Baby Spinach Salad with Balsamic Strawberries and Avocado
Ingredients: ¼ cup balsamic vinegar; 2-3 tbsp. sugar; 1 quart strawberries (hulled and sliced); 1/3 cup olive oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 1 pkg. baby spinach (washed and spun dry); 1 ripe avocado (pit removed and thinly sliced (1/8” thick)); 1-2 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Baby Spinach Salad with Balsamic Strawberries and Avocado

Nothing says “Spring” like this refreshing sweet salad. Be sure to assemble immediately prior to serving to prevent the spinach from wilting.

Baby Spinach Salad with Balsamic Strawberries and Avocado

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Ingredients

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2-3 tbsp. sugar
1 quart strawberries hulled and sliced
1/3 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pkg. baby spinach washed and spun dry
1 ripe avocado pit removed and thinly sliced (1/8” thick)
1-2 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Place vinegar and sugar in a large mixing bowl and whisk to blend. Add sliced strawberries and turn to coat. Set aside to marinate for 20-30 minutes, turning occasionally.
Drain and transfer strawberries to separate bowl, reserving balsamic juices; set aside. Slowly drizzle olive oil into balsamic mixture, whisking continuously until emulsified. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Place spinach in a large bowl and add half of dressing, tossing until leaves are coated and dressing is distributed. Divide spinach amongst individual salad plates. Place 3-4 slices of avocado decoratively over spinach, alternating with balsamic strawberries. Repeat with each salad plate. Drizzle a little more dressing over each salad, and garnish with a sprinkling of sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy.