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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Feta

A refreshing salad featuring crisp spinach, juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and crunchy pecans, drizzled with a tangy balsamic dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fresh Produce
  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves Choose baby spinach for a tender, sweet flavor.
  • 2 cups strawberries, sliced Use ripe, in-season strawberries for optimal sweetness.
  • 1 cup blueberries
Dairy
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Opt for Greek feta made from sheep’s milk for a creamier texture.
Nuts
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans Toast on low heat and stir frequently to avoid burning.
Dressing Components
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey Swap for monk fruit for a lower-calorie option.
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, toss together fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, blueberries, and crumbled feta cheese.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until smoothly emulsified.
Assembly
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  2. Top the salad with toasted pecans for added crunch. Serve immediately.

Notes

This salad is best served chilled. Pair with a Sauvignon Blanc or sparkling water with fresh lemon.