Description
A refreshing and vibrant Spinach Strawberry Feta Salad perfect for summer. This salad combines the sweetness of strawberries with the tang of feta and the earthy notes of spinach, creating a delicious and healthy dish. It’s quick, easy, and packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces fresh spinach, washed thoroughly
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or almonds (optional)
For the vinaigrette:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the spinach under cold running water and pat dry.
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into thin, even pieces. Crumble the feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, sliced strawberries, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss. Sprinkle with toasted walnuts or almonds (optional).
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Toast the nuts lightly to enhance their nutty flavor.
- Don’t overdress the salad; add just enough vinaigrette to coat the ingredients lightly.
- Serve immediately to prevent the spinach from wilting.
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Store undressed salad in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Keep vinaigrette separate and add just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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