Strawberry Spinach Salad

Sweet and savory, refreshing and nutritious – this Strawberry Spinach Salad is a delightful mix of flavors and textures! Fresh strawberries add natural sweetness, while crunchy pecans and tangy feta cheese balance out the peppery taste of baby spinach, all tied together with a zesty balsamic vinaigrette.

Ready Time

20 mins

Yields

5 servings

Ingredients

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
10 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the fresh spinach leaves and sliced strawberries.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined.

Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.

Pour the dressing over the spinach and strawberry mixture, and toss to coat.

Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped pecans over the top of the salad and toss again to combine.

Serve immediately, dividing the salad among five plates.

Notes

This recipe makes a great side dish or light lunch for a crowd of five. Feel free to customize with other nuts or cheeses to change up the flavor.

Strawberries can be substituted with other berries if they’re out of season or not available.

Don’t overdress the salad, as the spinach can wilt quickly. If making ahead, prepare the dressing and spinach mixture separately and combine just before serving.

If you’re not a fan of strong vinegar flavor, reduce the amount of balsamic vinegar to 1 tablespoon or less.