It's been unusually hot here in Alberta for this time of year. So much so we've had raging forest fires, even enough to evacuate a city of 90,000 people. Today is the first time the temperatures are a little cooler and it looks like the possibility of rain.

Yesterday it was hot and sunny and we were doing a potluck at my sisters house for Mother's Day dinner. Since her and I are both vegetarians, it's always the joke about which one of us is bringing the salad. And since it was Mother's Day (read as my day off of cooking) I was putting the least amount of effort in for this one.

So here is my super easy and health summer spinach salad. I pair this salad with catalina or balsamic dressing. I wrote the balsamic dressing below!

What you need:

Bag of spinach
2 cups strawberries, sliced and cut in half
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup red onion
salad dressing of choice. (See below for recipe)

Mix spinach, strawberries, almonds and onions in a bowl. Set aside until it is being served.
Before serving pour dressing, toss and enjoy!
Say "Wow that was easy and it taste delicious!"

Okay step 3 is optional, but its really that easy! I really like simplicity, especially when it comes to summer food. Nobody likes standing in the kitchen forever when its sunny and hot out!

Balsamic Dressing:

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 clove of garlic
2 tbsp red onion
1 tsp honey
salt and pepper to taste

Mix together in a container with a lid and pour on the salad as much as you'd like.

What's your go to salad?

Love,

Jen