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Berry salad with Walnuts and Goat Cheese

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A light and refreshing summer salad that adds sweetness and crunch to any summer menu. Can be eaten as an entree or a side dish.

Entered By:
Michelle McKenney
Recipe Story:
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Contest Category:
Entrée Salad
Prep Time:
15
Cook Time:
5
Serves:
4-6

Ingredients

    1 bag washed baby spinach
    1 1/2 pt raspberries rinsed and dried
    1/2 c. diced onion
    1/2 c. diced cucumber with the seeds removed.
    1 1/2 c. sliced strawberries
    1 8 oz. pk reduced fat crumbled goat cheese
    1/8 c. strawberry syrup
    1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
    1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil
    1 fresh lemon juiced
    1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

    Combine all the salad ingredients into a bowl. Saving the goat cheese and walnuts for last.

    In a separate bowl combine the syrup, vinegar, oil, lemon juice, and zest. Whisk until well blended.

    Evenly distribute over the salad and then toss lightly to coat. Sprinkle with the goat cheese and walnuts just before serving.

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