Summer is the perfect time for a gorgeous strawberry salad! Strawberries are in season and can be found at pretty much  every farmers market or grocery store.

The combo of sweet (from the strawberries) and salty (from the bacon) make this salad desirable for all taste buds! Now add cucumbers and pistachios for a little more crunch. A feta cheese for some kick! If you’re dairy free like me, don’t worry I got you covered. “Follow Your Heart” has a dairy free version of feta cheese that literally tastes like the real thing, no joke!

If you aren’t a feta fan, add any cheese you like.

Ok, now let’s talk about this incredible vinaigrette dressing…Mmm, my mouth is watering just typing this! The honey and balsamic work so well together. While the olive oil gives it a rich flavor. But make sure to get a good olive oil (and no, I don’t mean expensive). Just look for “first cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil”. I like the brands “Lucina or Colavita” the best.

The key to olive oil is the taste, duh! But the best way to know if your olive oil will make or break your dressing, is how does it taste by itself?

Splash a dot on your finger for a taste test. If it tastes rancid (get rid of that one)  or not very flavorful, it’s a NO for the dressing!

Adding this delicious vinaigrette to your strawberry bacon salad is gonna take it to the next level, I promise!

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Many Hugs,

Cathleen