Description
Spinach Strawberry Salad with Pecans is a vibrant and nutritious dish that beautifully balances fresh flavors and textures. This refreshing salad features dark leafy greens, juicy strawberries, and crunchy candied pecans tossed in a homemade balsamic dressing, making it an ideal choice for summer picnics or healthy lunches. With its quick preparation time of just 15 minutes, you can whip up this delightful salad any day of the week. It’s not only visually appealing but also packed with vitamins and minerals, ensuring every bite is both delicious and nourishing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 oz spinach (or baby kale)
- 1 lb strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled) or goat cheese
- 1/4 cup candied pecans
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze or vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (raw)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, sliced strawberries, and crumbled cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the balsamic glaze (or vinegar), olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Garnish with candied pecans for added crunch and flavor. Serve immediately for the best taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 12mg