Description
This fresh and easy strawberry spinach salad comes together in just a few minutes! Sweet strawberries, crisp spinach, and crunchy nuts are tossed in a light balsamic dressing. It’s a simple, healthy side dish or light lunch that’s packed with flavor and perfect for spring and summer.
Ingredients
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6 cups fresh baby spinach
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1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
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1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts or sliced almonds
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon honey (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, red onion, feta cheese, and nuts.
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In a small bowl or jar, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
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Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
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Serve immediately.
Notes
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Add grilled chicken to make it a full meal.
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Swap feta with goat cheese if you prefer.
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You can use pecans or sunflower seeds instead of walnuts or almonds.
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For extra flavor, try a strawberry balsamic glaze
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 180mg
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg