🫐Mixed Berry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette — Fresh, Sweet & So Easy!

Hi everyone, and thanks so much for stopping by! Today I’m sharing a Berry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette — a bright, juicy, flavor-packed salad that’s tender, sweet, and irresistibly fresh. With baby spinach, plump blueberries, sweet raspberries, creamy feta, and crunchy toasted almonds, all tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette, it’s no wonder this classic is one of the most popular salads of the season. Perfect for brunch, a summer BBQ, or any festive table!

✨ Why This Power Berry Spinach Salad is So Special

• Sweet & tangy from fresh raspberries and blueberries
• Creamy feta cheese for a salty, smooth contrast
• Crunchy almonds that add satisfying texture
• Baby spinach for freshness and nutrition
• A colorful salad that works for summer, brunch, or holiday gatherings

🍽️ Pair This Fresh Mixed Berry Salad with Easy Meals

• Grilled Mayo-Mustard Chicken or Lemon Garlic Salmon Bites to make it a hearty main
• Shredded leftover Roast Turkey Breast for a tasty next-day lunch
• Nutty farro or quinoa cooked in chicken stock
• Great as a side or stand-alone light meal

🛒 How to Pick & Prep Berries for the Best Berry Spinach Salad

• Choose plump, firm, brightly colored berries
• Avoid any that are bruised, crushed, or moldy
• Don’t wash berries until just before using
• To clean:
  1. Fill a bowl with cold water + 1 tsp baking soda
  2. Place berries in a colander and dip in water bath
  3. Rinse and dry gently on a towel

🥄 Easy Raspberry Vinaigrette Recipe for Mixed Berry Spinach Salad

Ingredients:

• Fresh raspberries
• Olive oil
• Apple cider vinegar
• Fresh basil
• Brown sugar or honey
• Dijon mustard
• Garlic clove
• Salt & pepper

Steps:

• Blend everything in a food processor or blender until smooth
• Season with salt and pepper
• Thin with olive oil if needed
• Store in the fridge for up to 1 week

🥗 How to Assemble the Perfect Mixed Berry Spinach Salad

• Place baby spinach in a large bowl
• Top with raspberries, blueberries, thin red onion slices, feta cheese, and toasted almonds
• Drizzle some raspberry vinaigrette and toss gently
• Serve extra vinaigrette on the side
• Swap idea: try goat cheese instead of feta for a tangier twist

🛠️ Best Tools for Making This Berry Salad

Helpful equipment:

• Food processor or blender
• Large salad bowl
• Small serving bowl for extra vinaigrette
• Measuring cups and spoons

💡 Tips for Mixed Berry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

• Toast almonds in a dry pan to boost flavor.
• Keep dressing separate until serving to keep spinach crisp.
• Use leftover berries in:
  • Yogurt
  • Smoothies
  • Any Frozen Fruit Cobbler
  • Frozen dog treats for a pup-friendly snack
• Substitutes
  • Vinegar: Use red wine vinegar or raspberry vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar.
  • Berries: Replace raspberries with strawberries if desired or use both.
  • Add stone fruits such as fresh sliced peaches or cherries.
  • Nuts: Swap toasted almonds for walnuts, pecans, or pistachios.
• Vinaigrette – If too thick, whisk in 1 tablespoon olive oil to thin. Store leftover vinaigrette in the fridge for up to 1 week.

🧊 Make It Last: Berry Spinach Salad Storage

• Raspberry vinaigrette – Store in fridge for up to 1 week.
• Salad – Best eaten within a few hours after dressing.

🎥 Watch the Mixed Berry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette Video

This Berry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette is fresh, colorful, and healthy — the kind of dish you’ll want to make again and again. It’s perfect for summer parties, holiday meals, or quick lunches. Try it once and it just might be your new go-to fresh berry salad recipe. Subscribe to my YouTube channel and blog for more easy, delicious recipes that make healthy eating exciting.

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