Description

Classic Strawberry Spinach Salad is a delightful blend of fresh baby spinach and juicy strawberries, topped with crunchy pecans and creamy feta cheese. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or as a quick light lunch. Bursting with flavors and nutrients, it offers a refreshing taste that will impress your guests and elevate your everyday meals.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups fresh baby spinach
2 cups ripe strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, roasted
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly. Slice the strawberries and chop the red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, and red onion.
Gently fold in pecans (or walnuts) and feta cheese.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: None
Category: Salad
Method: Tossing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: - For added texture, substitute nuts with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds. - Experiment with different fruits like blueberries or mandarin oranges for extra flavor. - To prepare ahead of time, keep ingredients separate and combine them just before serving.