Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining sweet strawberries, fresh spinach, and a tangy dressing for a perfect light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup sliced red onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, toasted)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, red onions, feta cheese, and nuts (if using).
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately as a fresh and light side dish or meal.
Notes
- You can substitute feta with goat cheese for a creamier texture.
- To add protein, consider grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- For a nut-free option, use sunflower seeds.
- Best served immediately after dressing to avoid soggy spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg