Sweet Spinach Salad

How to make a salad scrumptious? Simply whip up a dressing with our Anytime Spreadable Fruits. This dressing celebrates our Strawberry Black Peppercorn Anytime Spreadable Fruit with just a kiss of balsamic vinegar. Serve this for a romantic dinner or any special occasion. Or consider this dressing as a great way to get your kids to eat leafy greens.

- 1-2 tablespoons* SchoolHouse Kitchen^® Strawberry Black Peppercorn Anytime Spreadable Fruit
- 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed in a mortar and pestle (optional)
- salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
- 6-8 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and dried
- ¼ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1-2 tablespoons red onion, diced
- ¼ cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled
* Start with one tablespoon of Strawberry Black Peppercorn Anytime Spreadable Fruit; add some more to taste for desired sweetness.

Place one tablespoon of the Strawberry Black Peppercorn Anytime Spreadable Fruit in a bowl. Whisk in the balsamic vinegar first, then slowly whisk in the olive oil to emulsify. Season the dressing with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the ground fennel, if you choose. If needed for desired consistency, add a splash of water or orange juice. Make the dressing a little ahead of time to let the flavors blend.

In a large salad bowl, add spinach and strawberries. Toss gently with some dressing to coat the greens evenly. Add walnuts, red onion, and cheese on the top. Toss and serve immediately. Save any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for the next meal.

Note, you could also substitute arugula for the greens, or use half spinach and half arugula.

Serves 6