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Saturday, September 5, 2020

Hawaiian Tortellini Pasta Salad (WIth Video)

Hawaiian Tortellini Pasta Salad is a like a party in your mouth! It's a blend of your favorite island flavors in a fabulously bright, sweet and tangy summer pasta salad. A simple recipe with an outstanding pineapple-ginger dressing, this will be a hit everywhere you take it.

Chad and I are celebrating 20 years together and 10 years married this year. It is a big year. When we married it was not good timing for a honeymoon so we said we would take out honeymoon for our 1st anniversary. Well, 1st became 2nd and needless to say we never had that honeymoon. Here we are celebrating 10 years and I want to celebrate big.

Hawaii big! I am thinking about traveling to Hawaii and renewing our vows in a very intimate ceremony on the beach. I imagine a beautiful flowing floral dress, leis around our necks (Chad is wear some cool beach shorts and a shirt) and waves crashing on the beach with my beautiful daughter standing by my side. Lots of entertainment, hula dancing, luaus and food. Ohhhh, the food. That is the absolute perfect 'familymoon'!!!

I have never actually been to Hawaii, but I have dreamed of it and with summer nearing and Hawaii on my mind I was inspired to create a recipe with the essence of Hawaii in a summer salad. One of my favorite combinations that makes me think of Hawaii is ham and pineapple. The inspiration of this recipe actually came from the Hawaiian pizza (very mainland, huh?) once you try one you may never go back.

My favorite Hawaiian pizza is a hand tossed crust with marinara sauce that is fully loaded with ham, pineapple, red onion, and peppers. I took that amazing Hawaiian pizza and turned into my newest summer salad creation.

It all starts with a rainbow of vegetables, ham, tortellini and pineapple of course. But the real magic is the dressing. A sweet pineapple dressing with a little kick from ginger is the perfect complement to this fun and non-traditional Hawaiian Tortellini Salad.

This pasta salad is so summery and refreshing. I could not stop eating it. I did manage to share it with family and friends though. What can I say, I love to feed people. And they all loved it and asked for the recipe! That is the mark of a great recipe. I know you are going to love it too.

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes. The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!! Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!! And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today! The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order.

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Helpful Tips to make Hawaiian Tortellini Salad:

Salad is excellent the next day. If you like a lighter dressing coating make 1/2 of the dressing recipe. This gives it a nice and thick coating.
If you do not have ginger paste, you can use finely diced fresh ginger or ground ginger to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon).
This is a fantastic make ahead salad. When making ahead, use 1/2 of the dressing when preparing the salad. Reserve the remaining dressing to pour over the salad before you serve. This will keep the salad nice and creamy. If you use all of the dressing initially your pasta may soak up all the dressing.

What you will need to make Hawaiian Tortellini Salad:

Enjoy!

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Check out more of our favorite pasta salad recipes:

Muffaletta Tortellini Salad
Greek Tortellini Salad
Antipasto Tortellini Salad
Po' Boy Shrimp Pasta Salad
Pizza Tortellini Pasta Salad

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

See how easy this Hawaiian Tortellini Pasta Salad is to make. Watch the video here:

Yield: 8Author: Donna Elick

Hawaiian Tortellini Salad

Hawaiian Tortellini Pasta Salad is a like a party in your mouth! It's a blend of your favorite island flavors in a fabulously bright, sweet and tangy summer pasta salad. A simple recipe with an outstanding pineapple-ginger dressing, this will be a hit everywhere you take it.

Ingredients

Salad

1 (19 ounce) bag frozen cheese tortellini pasta
2 orange bell peppers, cut into bite size pieces
1 English cucumber, cut into quarters and sliced
½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
16 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
12 ounces (about 2 heaping cups) diced ham
1 (14 ounce) can pineapple tidbits in 100% pineapple juice, divided

Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup pineapple juice (reserved from the can of pineapple tidbits)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Gourmet Garden garlic paste or fresh grated garlic
2 teaspoons Gourmet Garden Ginger Paste or fresh grated ginger
1 teaspoon course ground black pepper

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to directions on the package. Drain and set aside once cooked.
Chop ham and vegetables and set aside. Reserve pineapple juice from can for the dressing. Set aside. Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl. Set aside.
In a pint size mason jar add dressing ingredients. Shake mason jar until dressing is combined. Pour dressing over salad and gently toss with salad tongs until well coated.
Serve and enjoy.

DONNA'S NOTES

Salad is excellent the next day. If you like a lighter dressing coating make 1/2 of the dressing recipe. This gives it a nice and thick coating.
If you do not have ginger paste, you can use finely diced fresh ginger or ground ginger to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon).
This is a fantastic make ahead salad. When making ahead, use 1/2 of the dressing when preparing the salad. Reserve the remaining dressing to pour over the salad before you serve. This will keep the salad nice and creamy. If you use all of the dressing initially your pasta may soak up all the dressing.

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Friday, September 4, 2020

Fresh Strawberry Pie + VIDEO

Fresh Strawberry Pie without Jello is bursting with natural flavor and so easy and quick to make from scratch. This simple but so delicious dessert recipe is always a hit especially when served with a big dollop of whipped cream on top!

Fresh Strawberry Pie without Jello is so easy to make from scratch and tastes amazingly flavorful. This pie recipe is perfect for summer because it can be made without turning the oven on.

You can use a store-bought pie crust or a no-bake graham cracker crust as a base (or go the fancy route and make your own pie crust).

This Strawberry Pie is loaded with juicy, fresh strawberries and made with a homemade strawberry glaze without added gelatin that lets the natural flavor of the strawberries be the star.

Is you are looking for other fresh strawberry recipes, check out our Strawberry Jam!

I have the biggest sweet tooth and love everything with berries but strawberry pie is definitely one of my favorite desserts!

This Fresh Strawberry Pie is the perfect spring and summer dessert made with simple ingredients! Top it with a big dollop of whipped cream and you have an easy dessert that everyone will love!

Helpful Tips to make Fresh Strawberry Pie:

I used a homemade pie crust for this recipe but you can also use a Graham Cracker Crust or a store-bought pie crust to save time.
For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality strawberries. The strawberries are the star of this recipe so look for the freshest strawberries you can find that don’t have any bruises or discoloration.
This pie tastes best on the same day! The longer it sits the higher the risk of the juicy strawberries making the pie crust soggy. To avoid a soggy pie crust you can seal the crust by painting melted chocolate in the bottom and inside of cooled pie crust. Place the crust in the freezer to set the chocolate before adding the berries.
Make sure to stir the cornstarch mixture continuously for 2-3 minutes until it is thick and translucent. You don’t want it to be clumpy.
This pie won’t be as sturdy because it is made without gelatin but it will not ooze all over after cutting if you keep it refrigerated and serve it straight from the fridge.
Don’t forget the whipped cream! Strawberries and cream are a match made in heaven!!

What you will need to make Fresh Strawberry Pie:

Pie Dish - This is my everyday pie dish but if I want to use a fancier one this is my go-to pie dish for guests.
Strawberry Huller - This little tool makes hulling strawberries super easy and it’s safe for kids. It works best on medium and larger strawberries.
Hand Mixer - If you have problems with whipping cream try using a hand mixer. I prefer to use this one instead of my stand mixer to whip cream because I have more control and don’t over-whip the cream.

Enjoy!

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Check out more of our favorite strawberry recipes:

Strawberry Shortcake No-Bake Ice Box Cake

Summer Berry Cheesecake Salad

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad

Strawberry Banana Ice Cream

See how easy this Fresh Strawberry Pie is to make. Watch the video!!!

Yield: SERVES 6Author: Julia Foerster

Fresh Strawberry Pie

Fresh Strawberry Pie without Jello is bursting with natural flavor and so easy and quick to make from scratch. This simple but so delicious dessert recipe is always a hit especially when served with a big dollop of whipped cream on top!

prep time: 20 MINScook time: 10 MINStotal time: 30 mins

Ingredients

6 cups whole strawberries, hulled
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1 (9-inch) pie crust, baked
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

Mash 1 cup strawberries with a fork or in a food processor and set aside.
In a small saucepan, whisk together sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water and mashed strawberries.
Bring to a boil over medium temperature, stirring constantly. Let the mixture boil and stir for 3 more minutes until thick and translucent. Set aside and let cool for 10 minutes.
In the meantime, arrange remaining strawberries in the pie crust. Cut some of the berries in half to make them fit better.
Pour cooled glaze over the strawberries. Make sure that all the berries are coated with the glaze and no dry spots remain. Chill pie for 2-3 hours until set.
Combine heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar. Whip at medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Serve pie with whipped cream.

Monday, August 24, 2020

Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad + VIDEO

Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad recipe is bursting with your favorite Italian fixings and on your table in 25 minutes! You can make the salad ahead of time for the perfect stress-free potluck side that everyone will love!

I love spring and summer for many reasons, but one of them is the foooood. Watermelon, corn on the cob and of course, pasta salad.

In my book, everyone needs the perfect potluck salad and it doesn’t get better than this Tuscan Tortellini Salad!

This pasta salad is loaded with cheesy tortellini, salami, mozzarella, olives, bell peppers, pepperoncini’s, tomatoes, and cucumbers then smothered in tangy, Italian Dressing.

It’s hearty, comforting, and refreshing all at the same time and belongs on your table all spring and summer long.

Salads are my go-to potluck side because you can prep them in advance and everyone always looks for the salad recipe – and they will be begging you for this Tuscan Tortellini salad recipe!

If you need more easy potluck sides, be sure to check out my Pineapple Salsa and Sweet Cornbread. Now let’s get started!

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!! And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today! The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order.

Helpful Tips to make Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad:

It is important to not overcook your tortellini otherwise it will fall apart when tossed.
After pasta is rinsed and drained, immediately add it to a large bowl then toss it with half of the dressing to keep it from sticking.
This salad is excellent the next day. When making ahead, use 1/2 of the dressing when preparing the salad and reserve the remaining dressing to pour over the salad before you serve it.
For the mozzarella, I prefer to use fresh mozzarella balls, cut into bite-size pieces. If this mozzarella is too expensive or you don’t want to make a separate trip, you can substitute mozzarella cubes.

What you will need to make Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad:

Colander – this kitchen essential makes life so much easier! You can use it to drain pasta or wash veggies and fruit.
Cutting Board- A big good solid cutting board so you can prep all your veggies on one surface. I use my cutting board daily so it’s worth the investment.
Quality Knives- Quality knives make prep time much quicker and are important for safety as well. If you make one kitchen investment, I believe it should be in quality knives.

Enjoy!

With love from our simple kitchen to yours.

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Check out more of our favorite tortellini pasta salads:

Hawaiian Tortellini Pasta Salad
Muffaletta Tortellini Pasta Salad
Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad
Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad

See how easy this Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad is to make. Watch the video!!!

Yield: SERVES 10Author: Jennifer Sattley

Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad

Tuscan Tortellini Salad recipe is bursting with your favorite italian fixings and on your table in 25 minutes! You can make the salad ahead of time for the perfect stress free potluck side that everyone will love!

prep time: 5 MINScook time: 15 MINStotal time: 20 mins

Ingredients

1 (20-ounce) bag cheese tortellini
1 English cucumber, cut into quarters and sliced
16 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1 orange bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped pepperoncini’s
1 (6.0-ounce) can black olives, drained and halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, cut into bite size pieces
8 ounces salami, chopped

Dressing

1/2 cup light tasting olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to directions on the package.  Drain and set add to a large serving bowl.
Meanwhile, combine dressing ingredients in a pint size mason jar. Seal and shake vigorously. Pour half of the dressing over the warm pasta and toss to combine.
Add the remaining salad ingredients to the bowl and toss until well coated. If serving immediately then toss with remaining dressing. If serving the next day then cover and refrigerate and wait until you are ready to serve the salad before tossing with remaining dressing.

Cook's Notes

It is important to not overcook your tortellini otherwise it will fall apart when tossed.  After pasta is rinsed and drained, immediately add it to a large bowl then toss it with half of the dressing to keep it from sticking.  This Salad is excellent the next day.  When making ahead, use 1/2 of the dressing when preparing the salad and reserve the remaining dressing to pour over the salad before you serve it.   For the mozzarella, I prefer to use fresh mozzarella balls, cut into bite size pieces. If this mozzarella is too expensive or you don’t want to make a separate trip, you can substitute mozzarella cubes.

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Sunday, August 23, 2020

Margarita Grilled Chicken (BEST EVER) + VIDEO

Margarita Grilled Chicken has the fantastic flavor of tequila cooked into the chicken with subtle hints of sweetness and a little kick from the jalapeno. The gang is all here in this flavor profile. Tequila, lime, and orange all come together to create the best ever Margarita Chicken. This is one recipe you have to try!

After nearly a year of enjoying some of our favorite grilled chicken recipes and trying several others, we decided we had to share this one with you again.

Truly in our top 2 favorite grilled chicken recipes. Definitely the best margarita chicken ever.

I have tried the recipes that called for margarita mix. THIS.IS.THE.BEST.

The fantastic flavor of tequila cooked right into the chicken with subtle hints of sweetness from the agave, it is a recognizable touch and one that I recommend.

And, a little kick from the jalapeno adds the perfect heat to this favorful chicken.

The gang is all here in this flavor profile. Tequila, lime and orange all come together to create the best ever Margarita Chicken. This is one recipe you have to try!

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today! The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order.

Helpful Tips to make The Best Ever Grilled Margarita Chicken with Marinade:

You can also cook this in the oven. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Pour off 1/2 of marinade, add the chicken and remaining marinade to a 9x13 baking dish and bake for 45-60 minutes, until cooked through.

What you will need to make The Best Ever Grilled Margarita Chicken with Marinade:

Small Bowl-
Gallon Size Plastic Bag-

Enjoy!

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Rosemary Lemon Grilled Chicken
Bacon Bourbon Barbeque Chicken Kabobs
Garlic Beer Marinade Grilled Chicken

See how easy this Best Ever Grilled Margarita Chicken is to make. Watch the video!!!

Yield: 6-8Author: Donna Elick

The Best Ever Grilled Margarita Chicken with Marinade

Best Ever Grilled Margarita Chicken has the fantastic flavor of tequila cooked into the chicken with subtle hints of sweetness from the agave and a little kick from the jalapeno. The gang is all here in this flavor profile. Tequila, lime and orange all come together to create the best ever Margarita Chicken. This is one recipe you have to try!

Ingredients

3-5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (washed and trimmed)
Zest of 1 lime (about 1 tablespoon)
Juice of 3 limes (about ½ cup)
Juice of 1 orange (about ¼ cup)
1 jalapeño pepper, minced (seeded and deveined to reduce heat)
5 cloves garlic, minced or grated
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander seed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 ounces Cuervo Gold tequila
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

Place chicken in a resealable gallon size plastic bag. Set aside.
Combine all ingredients, except chicken, in a small bowl or measuring cup. Whisk to combine. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 3-24 hours. Turn chicken occasionally.
Preheat grill to medium-high. Place chicken on the counter to take the chill off, about 30 minutes.
Grill chicken about 4-5 minutes on each side, turning half way to get great grill marks.
Serve and enjoy.

DONNA'S NOTES

You can also cook this in the oven. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Pour off 1/2 of marinade, add the chicken and remaining marinade to a 9x13 baking dish and bake for 45-60 minutes, until cooked through.

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Southern Style Macaroni Salad (NEW VIDEO)

Southern Style Macaroni Salad is the best ever pasta salad of all time. It is creamy with the perfect crunch and a little tang. It is exactly what I think of whenever summer sides come to mind. This recipe is so easy you can whip it up in less than 30 minutes.

I shared stories of my mom with you when we shared her Southern Style Potato Salad recipe which is so precious to me.

Now, I am sharing another of her famous recipes. Her southern-style macaroni salad was on our table at every summer gathering, right next to that potato salad.

I remember she had this huge milking pail from my great grandma's childhood farm that she used to serve it in. I love that old pot.

A few weeks before my mom passed away she gave it to her best friend of 30 years, Susie Q. I was sad to see it go, but Susie Q is like a mom to me and I know she will cherish it.

Not to mention she promised to leave it to me in her will. Love you Susie Q and thank you for sharing these stellar recipes with my family so many years ago.

I have to tell y'all that your responses last week were overwhelming. I can't even begin to express how much your comments, emails and messages mean to us.

As a matter of fact, keep commenting. We love to hear from you.

My family enjoyed this recipe at every family gathering for most of my life and I am so happy to be able to share it with you.

Nana's Southern Style Macaroni Salad is so easy to make, you may find yourself preparing it every weekend.

A creamy dressing with added hard boiled eggs for richness, celery and onion for crunch and tuna for a little added protein.

This is my favorite macaroni salad recipe and I am sure you are going to love it too.

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!!

And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today! The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order.

Helpful Tips to make Southern Style Macaroni Salad:

Best if chilled overnight.

What you will need to make Southern Style Macaroni Salad:

Large Pot-

Enjoy!

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Check out more of our favorite summer sides recipes:

Southern Style Potato Salad
The Best Ever Broccoli Salad
The Best Ever Oven Roasted Corn

See how easy this Southern Style Macaroni Salad is to make. Watch the video!!!

Yield: 16Author: Donna Elick

Southern Style Macaroni Salad

Southern Style Macaroni Salad is the best ever pasta salad of all time. It is creamy with the perfect crunch and a little tang. It is exactly what I think of whenever summer sides come to mind. This recipe is so easy you can whip it up in less than 30 minutes.

prep time: 15 minscook time: 15 minstotal time: 30 mins

Ingredients

2 pounds dried elbow pasta
3 large hard boiled eggs
3 celery stalks, diced
½ medium onion, diced
1 (6.4 ounce) pouch chunk light tuna, in water
1 (30 ounce) jar Hellman’s/Best Foods mayonnaise
½ (30 ounce) jar Miracle Whip salad dressing spread
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
Optional: paprika

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta (al dente) according to directions on the package. Pour into a strainer to drain water and set aside (in strainer).
Meanwhile: Dice onion and celery. Chop hard-boiled eggs. Add ½ of mayonnaise and ½ of Miracle Whip to the pasta pot. Add tuna, onion, celery, and eggs. Stir to combine. Add drained pasta and stir until well combined. Add remaining mayonnaise and Miracle Whip. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
Sprinkle with paprika (if desired). Chill until ready to serve.
Serve and enjoy!

DONNA'S NOTE

Best if chilled overnight.
If you don't like tuna, you can leave it out. Watch the mayo and Miracle Whip, you may want to reduce it.

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Thursday, August 20, 2020

Best Ever Strawberry Spinach Salad + VIDEO

This Strawberry Spinach Salad will rock your world! This simple recipe features fresh berries, avocado and candied nuts in the best salad ever.

Fresh crisp spinach salad is taken to another level with bursts of sweetness from fresh summer strawberries and buttery avocado. It is tossed in a sweet and tangy vinaigrette and topped with crunchy nuts and creamy cheese.

We celebrated the holidays with my husbands family as we usually do this past Christmas. There is always an amazing spread of decadent food, but I have to admit I really look forward to the salads.

Chad is not a big salad eater so I don't usually make fancy salads unless we are having a party or company.

I tend to grab whatever I have in the house and put together a simple salad that will keep for a long time because I am the only one eating it.

But, I just really love a good salad. A few years ago Chad's sister prepared a delicious one that really knocked my socks off.

It was spinach salad with strawberries, blueberries, avocado and a sun-dried tomato dressing. I am sure there were other ingredients but those really stuck with me.

I must have eaten 4 bowls of it and wished there was more.

Strawberry Spinach Salad Ingredients

So, of course this spring when I started craving strawberry spinach salad all I could think of was how amazing it would be if I added blueberries and avocado.

So, I did and it really sparks up the salad.

The buttery avocado and bright blueberry flavors add so much to this new favorite.

I started thinking about crunchy nuts and creamy cheese. So, I add blue cheese and candied nuts on the top

This divine recipe all starts with baby spinach and fresh summer berries. Thinly sliced red onions are added to enhance the flavor.

Then it is tossed in a fabulous sweet and tangy vinaigrette and topped with fresh avocado, buttery candied pecans and melt in your mouth blue cheese.

You can use walnuts instead of pecans if you prefer them. Strawberry walnut salad sounds equally delicious!

This spinach salad is so summery and refreshing. It is truly my favorite salad of all time and I can not stop eating it. I hope you feel the same way!

Spinach Salad Recipe Notes

I love to snack on the candied pecans and they are great on ice cream. So, I double the candied pecan recipe and save 1/2 for later. The recipe as written will allow about 5 candied pecans per serving.

The dressing may solidify in the refrigerator. It is best to allow dressing to sit on the counter. Shake well before using.

If you are making the salad ahead. Prep the ingredients and refrigerate. Then dress the salad about 15 minutes before serving. This will help keep the spinach from wilting.

Mozzarella, feta or goat cheese are also amazing on this salad.

Lighten it up by subbing plain pecans for the candied ones and eliminate the sugar from the dressing.

Add sliced grilled chicken for a fabulous summer meal.

Tools for making the best salad ever:

Enjoy!

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Check out more of our favorite summer salad recipes:

Hawaiian Tortellini Salad

Best Ever Tropical Fruit Salad

Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad

Greek Tortellini Salad

Watch our Strawberry Spinach Salad video!

Yield: 6 servings Author: Donna Elick

Strawberry Spinach Salad

This Strawberry Spinach Salad will rock your world! This simple recipe features fresh berries, avocado and candied nuts in the best salad ever.

prep time: 25 mins cook time: 5 mins total time: 30 mins

Ingredients

Candied Pecans

1 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup pecan halves
pinch salt

Dressing

2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 cup extra light tasting olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Salad

10 ounces fresh baby spinach - rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
1/4 small red onion, sliced
1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 avocado, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 (5 ounce) package blue cheese crumbles

Instructions

Place a silpat mat or a sheet of parchment paper on the counter top to dry the pecans.
In a small skillet over medium heat melt butter. Add pecans, sugar and salt. Stir until pecans are well coated. Stir until the sugar caramelizes, about 3-5 minutes.
Spread onto silpat or parchment paper. Separate pecans. Allow to cool.
Meanwhile: in a pint size mason jar combine dressing ingredients. Seal and shake until well combined. Set aside on the counter.
In a large bowl combine the spinach, onions, strawberries and blueberries. Pour about 1/2 of dressing over salad, and toss. Top with avocado, cheese and candied nuts. Serve remaining dressing on the side.
Refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving (or serve immediately).
Serve with the remaining dressing on the side. Enjoy!

DONNA'S NOTES:

I love to snack on the candied pecans and they are great on ice cream so I double the candied pecan recipe and save 1/2 for later. The recipe as written will allow about 5 candied pecans per serving.
The dressing may solidify in the refrigerator. It is best to allow dressing to sit on the counter. Shake well before using.
If you are making the salad ahead. Prep the salad ingredients and refrigerate. Then dress the salad about 15 minutes before serving. This will help keep the spinach from wilting.
Mozzarella, feta or goat cheese are also amazing on this salad.
Lighten it up by subbing plain pecans for the candied ones and eliminate the sugar from the dressing.
Add sliced grilled chicken for a fabulous summer meal.

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