Strawberry Salad with a Balsamic Reduction
Strawberry Salad with a Balsamic Reduction
Strawberry Salad with a Balsamic Reduction
Strawberry Salad with a Balsamic Reduction
Strawberry Salad with a Balsamic Reduction

Strawberry Salad with a Balsamic Reduction

David Venable

This light, refreshing salad combines the sweetness of strawberries with the tanginess of balsamic vinegar…a delicious combination!

Balsamic Reduction

  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 cup strawberries, chopped
  • 1/4 cup sugar

Directions

To prepare the reduction, heat vinegar, sugar, and strawberries in a 2-qt stockpot until boiling. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the mixture thickens (it will reduce by about half). Strain and let the mixture cool.
To assemble the salad, place the first 6 ingredients in a large salad bowl. Add olive oil and balsamic reduction and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss gently until the greens are fully coated with the dressing.

Salad

  • 1 (7-oz) bag green leaf lettuce
  • 1 (6-oz) bag baby spinach
  • 1/2 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, rinsed and sliced
  • 3/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup strawberry balsamic reduction
  • 3/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Cook's Notes

If you like, use fresh blueberries or fresh raspberries instead of strawberries. You needn’t even chop the blueberries or raspberries; leave them whole.

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