Grandma’s Strawberry Feta Salad: A Summer Sensation

Enjoy Grandma’s Strawberry Feta Salad, a delightful summer dish featuring juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and crunchy pecans.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups Strawberries hull and slice into quarters
4 cups Mixed Greens butter lettuce and baby spinach
¾ cup Feta Cheese crumbled
1 cup Pecans toasted
¼ small Red Onion thinly sliced
handful Fresh Mint chopped

For the Dressing

¼ cup Olive Oil extra-virgin is best
2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar or red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
to taste Salt & Pepper

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
Small bowl
large salad bowl

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast the pecans for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and golden.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Prepare strawberries, red onion, and mint; slice strawberries, thinly slice red onion, and chop mint.
In a large bowl, layer mixed greens, strawberries, toasted pecans, red onions, and crumble feta on top.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
Serve immediately for best freshness and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, dress the salad just before serving and store leftovers in an airtight container within 3 days.

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