How do I store cherry spinach salad?

I always store the components separately to keep everything fresh. The dressed salad gets soggy after about an hour, so I prep everything ahead in separate containers. The dressing lasts up to a week in the fridge - I make double batches because it's amazing on other salads too.

Can you make cherry spinach salad ahead of time?

You can totally prep this ahead, but don't dress it until the last minute! I wash my spinach the night before, pit the cherries, and make the dressing. Everything goes in separate containers, then it's literally a 2-minute assembly when I'm ready to serve.

What's the best dressing for spinach salad with cherries?

This cherry balsamic vinaigrette is honestly perfect because it has actual cherries blended right in! Most store-bought dressings are too heavy or artificial tasting. Having those real cherries in the dressing makes such a difference and takes just 30 seconds to blend.

How long does cherry spinach salad last in the fridge?

The undressed components last about 2 days, but once you add dressing, eat it within an hour or two max. I learned this the hard way - nobody wants wilted, soggy spinach! The dressing alone keeps for a week though.

Can I use frozen cherries in spinach salad with cherries?

Absolutely! I use frozen cherries all the time, especially for the dressing since they blend up so nicely. Just thaw them completely and pat them really dry before adding to the salad. For the dressing, you can use them straight from frozen.

What cheese goes best with cherry spinach salad?

Feta is definitely my favorite because that salty, creamy texture is perfect against the sweet cherries. I've tried goat cheese and provolone too, but after testing this recipe probably 20 times, feta wins every time. The contrast is just perfect.

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