Delicious Strawberry Spinach Salad in Just 15 Minutes

A quick and healthy Strawberry Spinach Salad that combines fresh spinach, juicy strawberries, feta cheese, and crunchy pecans, all drizzled with a sweet balsamic dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dressing

1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar substitute with red wine vinegar for a different flavor
2 tablespoons Honey or brown sugar; maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative

Salad Base

4 cups Baby Spinach can substitute with mixed greens or kale
1 cup Strawberries sliced; blueberries can add variety
1/2 cup Feta Cheese can substitute with goat cheese or omit for dairy-free
1/4 cup Pecans can be swapped with walnuts or sunflower seeds

Equipment

saucepan
salad bowl

Method

Preparation

In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Allow to cool.
Rinse baby spinach and strawberries under cold water. Pat dry and slice strawberries. Rinse blueberries if using.
In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, sliced strawberries, and blueberries. Gently toss together.
Crumble feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle in pecans. Toss gently to combine.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare the balsamic glaze a day in advance for simplicity. Use ripe strawberries for best flavor. Dress salads just before serving to maintain crispness. Customize nuts according to preference.

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