Spinach strawberry salad

This is an oldy, but a goody!  Strawberries are at their peak this time of year, and taste great when tossed with spinach and balsamic vinegar and honey.  This salad is a hit at any picnic or BBQ.  Add grilled chicken to make it a complete meal.IngredientsSalad:1 bag baby spinach leaves1 pint ripe strawberries2/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans¼ red onion cut into thin ‘rings’2 Tbsp. crumbled Bleu cheese or fetaDressing:2 Tbsp. canola oil2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar1 tsp. Dijon mustard1 tsp. honeyDirectionsWash & dry spinach leaves and place in a large bowl.  Wash and cut the berries into small chunks and add to spinach.Add red onions, chopped nuts and cheese crumbles.  Whisk together ingredients for dressing.  Drizzle dressing over salad (and toss) right before serving.Makes 8 servings. Nutrition information per serving: 194 calories, 15 grams fat, 3 grams protein, 12 grams carbohydrate, 3.3 grams fiber, 1 mg cholesterol, 150 mg sodium.

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