Description
Strawberry Spinach Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that combines sweet strawberries, crisp spinach, and creamy feta cheese, making it perfect for summer gatherings or a light meal. This easy-to-make salad bursts with flavor and nutrition, bringing joy to any table. With a delightful homemade balsamic vinaigrette, every bite is a celebration of freshness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup walnuts (or pecans), toasted
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Rinse the spinach thoroughly under cold water and dry.
- Hull and slice strawberries into even pieces.
- Toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, feta cheese, and red onion.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness. Dress the salad only right before serving to avoid sogginess. Feel free to swap spinach for kale or add avocado for extra creaminess.