Simple Strawberry and Spinach Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Simple Strawberry and Spinach Salad—a refreshing medley of vibrant flavors and textures that’s perfect for any occasion. Crisp baby spinach leaves form the bed for sweet, juicy strawberries, while toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch, and creamy crumbled feta brings a delightful tang. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette, made with olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, ties everything together with its perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this nutrient-packed salad is a breeze to prepare and ideal for a light lunch, an elegant dinner side, or even a holiday spread. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a quiet meal, this strawberry spinach salad is a standout dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Rinse and pat dry the baby spinach leaves. Place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Wash the strawberries, remove the stems, and slice them into thin slices. Add the strawberries to the bowl with the spinach.
3. Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Let them cool before adding to the salad.
4. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and cooled toasted almonds over the spinach and strawberries.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the dressing.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
7. Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 301 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
