Tender baby spinach, sweet strawberries, toasted pecans, and crumbled goat cheese with a light balsamic dressing.
A Word for the Season
The pairing of strawberries and spinach is one of God's quiet miracles — the sweetness of fruit and the depth of leafy greens, both rich in the nutrients the body craves. This salad is a celebration of spring's first offerings.
The Scriptural Foundation
"He who works his land will have abundant food." — Proverbs 28:19
The Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup pecans, toasted
- ⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, sliced strawberries, and toasted pecans.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and salt.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese and serve immediately.
Nutritional Note
Spinach is rich in iron, folate, and vitamin K. Strawberries are loaded with vitamin C, which actually helps the body absorb the iron from spinach — a perfect God-designed pairing. Pecans add heart-healthy fats and satisfying crunch.
A Prayer for the Journey
Lord, thank You for the sweetness of Your creation. Help me to find delight in the foods that nourish me, and to steward this body with joy. Amen.
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