Strawberry Spinach Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 bag fresh baby spinach leaves, washed
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• ½ cup slivered almonds
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 2 Tblsp. balsamic vinegar
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. sugar
• ¼ tsp. pepper

Directions:

For dressing, puree 1 cup of strawberries in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add balsamic vinegar, sugar and pepper and blend. Slowly stream in olive oil until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.

In a salad bowl, combine spinach, remaining sliced strawberries, red onion and slivered almonds. Toss with dressing just before serving.