Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette! Packed with the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, this healthy and refreshing dish features tender baby spinach, juicy strawberries, tangy crumbled feta, and crunchy toasted pecans. A drizzle of homemade honey mustard vinaigrette—made with olive oil, white wine vinegar, and a touch of Dijon mustard—ties everything together with a light yet flavorful finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful salad is ideal for busy weeknights, special occasions, or as a standout side dish at your next summer gathering. Rich in nutrients and bursting with flavor, it's a must-try for salad lovers and anyone looking for a quick and delicious way to enjoy fresh produce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Baby spinach leaves
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries, sliced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Pecans, toasted
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the baby spinach leaves thoroughly under cool water and pat them dry. Place the spinach in a large salad bowl.
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries. Slice them thinly and add them to the bowl with the spinach.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans over the salad ingredients.
In a small jar or bowl, combine the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until the vinaigrette is smooth and emulsified. Alternatively, if using a jar, seal it tightly and shake vigorously to combine.
Pour the honey mustard vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Use salad tongs or a large spoon and fork to gently toss the salad until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful Spinach and Strawberry Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.2 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2304 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 788 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1569 mg | 33% | |
*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.
