Spinach Strawberry Salad with Pecans
Spinach Strawberry Salad with Pecans is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances sweet, juicy strawberries with the earthy flavor of spinach and the crunch of pecans. This easy-to-make salad is ideal for summer barbecues, light lunches, or as a nutritious side dish to elevate your meal. With creamy feta cheese and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, every bite offers a delightful explosion of flavor. Plus, it’s customizable, so you can swap ingredients based on your preferences or dietary needs. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with grilled chicken, this salad is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 oz spinach (or baby kale)
- 1 lb strawberries
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup candied pecans
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine washed spinach and sliced strawberries. Gently toss.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together balsamic glaze, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Top with candied pecans before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad portion (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg