Whether a strawberry spinach salad is on the menu for your romantic Valentine’s Day meal, or you simply need one more way to eat succulent strawberries when they are in season, this antioxidant-rich vegan salad will easily become a healthy family favorite. Best yet, you can toss this vegan recipe together in minutes.

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup pecan halves
• 4 cups spinach
• 2 cups arugula
• 1 pint strawberries, trimmed, sliced lengthwise
• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon agave nectar
• 1 tablespoon minced red onion
• Pinch of ground coriander
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast pecans, shaking skillet often until they are fragrant and just lightly browned (do not scorch). Transfer them to a small plate and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, toss together spinach, arugula, strawberries, and onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of dressing over salad and toss to coat.
4. Plate salad and scatter with pecans. Drizzle with more dressing if desired.

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