Description
This fresh and vibrant Strawberry Spinach Salad is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Featuring tender spinach leaves, juicy strawberries, crunchy nuts, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, it’s a delightful addition to any meal or a light, refreshing dish on its own. Ideal for picnics, BBQs, or a healthy side dish for lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup sliced almonds (or your choice of nuts)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey (optional for sweetness)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, and red onion (if using).
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sliced almonds on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute feta cheese with goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor.
- If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add more honey or a splash of maple syrup.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp to make the salad a complete meal.
- For a more crunchy texture, you can use candied pecans or walnuts instead of sliced almonds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Spinach Salad, Fresh Salad, Healthy Salad, Spinach Recipes, Strawberry Recipes, Quick Salad, Summer Salad, Easy Salad Recipe
