Spinach Strawberry Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and irresistibly flavorful, this Spinach Strawberry Salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Combining tender baby spinach with juicy, ruby-red strawberries, tangy crumbled feta cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds, this salad strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Thin slices of red onion add a subtle sharpness, while a homemade balsamic vinaigrette with hints of honey and Dijon mustard ties it all together in a symphony of taste. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad makes an excellent healthy side dish or light main course. Perfect for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or anytime you're craving a refreshing, nutrient-packed meal, this recipe is as easy as it is elegant.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup strawberries
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.33 cup sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly, then add it to a large salad bowl.
Hull and slice the strawberries. Add them to the salad bowl with the spinach.
Crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it evenly over the spinach and strawberries.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden brown and fragrant. Allow them to cool before adding to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad right before serving and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
996 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1721 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 713 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 644 mg | 14% | |
*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.
