Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Caramelized Pecans
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Caramelized Pecans—a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Fresh baby spinach serves as the crisp base, while juicy strawberries add a burst of natural sweetness. The star of the dish, golden caramelized pecans, bring an irresistible crunch and a touch of indulgence. Crumbled feta cheese adds creamy, tangy notes, complemented by thinly sliced red onion for a subtle bite. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette, made with olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, ties everything together with its rich, tangy flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is ideal as a refreshing appetizer, healthy lunch, or stunning dinner side dish. Perfect for entertaining or an everyday treat, this recipe is a showcase of fresh ingredients and bold contrasts that will delight your taste buds! Keywords: spinach salad, strawberries, caramelized pecans, healthy salad recipe, balsamic vinaigrette, quick salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 1 cup Pecans
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves, and place them in a large salad bowl.
Hull and slice the strawberries, then add them to the bowl with the spinach.
To make the caramelized pecans, heat a dry non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the pecans and sugar, stirring frequently until the sugar melts and evenly coats the pecans. This should take 3-5 minutes. Transfer the pecans to a parchment-lined plate and let them cool completely.
Once the pecans have cooled, break them into smaller pieces and add them to the salad along with the crumbled feta cheese and sliced red onion.
Prepare the balsamic dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad just before serving, tossing gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2117 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.2 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.1 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2219 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.5 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 887 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 807 mg | 17% | |
*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.
