Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our Strawberry Spinach Salad, a delightful combination of sweet strawberries and crisp spinach. Tossed in a light balsamic dressing, this vibrant salad is visually stunning and packed with nutrients. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light weeknight dinner, it features a medley of texturesโfrom crunchy nuts to creamy feta cheeseโthat will tantalize your taste buds. With minimal effort and under 15 minutes of prep time, you can impress guests or elevate your meal with this healthy yet indulgent option. Enjoy the burst of flavor and health benefits in every bite!
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups ripe strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly. Slice the strawberries and red onion while chopping the nuts.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, and red onion. Toss gently.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped nuts on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately on plates or family-style in one large bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added variety, experiment with other fruits such as blueberries or mandarin oranges. Prepare all components ahead of time but dress just before serving to keep everything fresh. To enhance flavors further, consider adding grilled chicken or serving atop quinoa for extra nutrition.