Elizabeth Blankendal
April 17th, 2020
We’re just checking in!
As we continue to adjust to our new alternate reality – we want to continue to best serve you with inspirational content and DIYs to get you through covid-19!
We are a big lover of strawberries and looking forward to our local supply. We thought it fitting to share a simple recipe, that of course looks beautiful – to kick off the start of spring! This delicious Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad is quick and easy to make, full of great fresh flavors, and tossed with a simple lemon basil vinaigrette.
We hope you enjoy!
INGREDIENT LIST
SALAD INGREDIENTS:
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 avocado, peeled, pitted and diced
- 4 ounces crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- half a small red onion, thinly sliced
LEMON BASIL VINAIGRETTE
- 1 cup basil fresh
- ¼ tsp. Salt
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp. honey or maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
- ½ tsp. lemon zest
- ½ cup olive oil
TO MAKE THE LEMON BASIL VINAIGRETTE:
1. In a food processor or high speed blender, combine basil, salt, garlic powder, honey, lemon juice and zest. Pulse 5 times.
2. Slowly add olive oil while processing. Process for 1-2 minutes or until vinaigrette is completely smooth.
TO MAKE THE SALAD:
1. Toss all ingredients together with your desired amount of dressing and serve fresh immediately! Enjoy!
