Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Pecans

by momoftwins
Jul 5 2009 at 2:27 PM

 A little goat cheese or blue cheese is also delicious crumbled over this wonderful salad.
   

INGREDIENTS:
* 8 ounces fresh torn spinach or baby spinach
* 1 1/2 to 2 cups cleaned and sliced strawberries
* 1/2 cup pecan halves or pieces, lightly toasted
* 2 to 3 ounces goat cheese or blue cheese, crumbled, optional

* Dressing
* 1/4 cup Canola oil or other salad oil
* 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
* 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
* 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
* 1/8 teaspoon each onion and garlic powder
* dash dry mustard
   

PREPARATION:
Toss spinach with sliced strawberries, pecans, and cheese, if using.
Combine dressing ingredients in a jar; shake until well blended. When ready to serve, drizzle dressing over the salad and toss lightly.


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