A sweet side salad with candied pecans, blueberries, strawberries, and goat cheese, dressed with a honey balsamic vinaigrette. This easy recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes and is perfect for a side dish or to bring to a gathering.
1. Make candied pecans: Mix the sugar, water, and vanilla together in a small bowl and set by the stove. Add pecans into a skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Pour the sugar mixture over and mix for 1 minute until the nuts are coated. Place on parchment paper and set aside to cool. Break apart once cooled if needed.
2. Make dressing: Mix together ingredients for dressing (olive oil, honey, balsamic, salt, pepper) in a jar and shake well until combined.
3. Assemble: Add spring mix to a large salad bowl and top with blueberries, strawberries, pecans, and goat cheese. Pour over dressing and toss. Enjoy!
