Strawberry Spinach Salad

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 2 cups sliced strawberries
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds or pecans
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

For the Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Substitutions

• Replace feta with goat cheese, dairy-free feta, or additional toasted nuts.
• Use blueberries, raspberries, or sliced peaches in place of strawberries.

Instructions

Step 2: Slice the Strawberries

Slice strawberries and red onion.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: Assemble the Salad

Add spinach, strawberries, feta, nuts, and onion to a large bowl.

Step 6: Serve

Serve immediately for the freshest texture.

A Light Side-Salad Version

This recipe is built as a fresh spinach-and-strawberry side salad with feta, nuts, red onion, and balsamic dressing. It is intentionally meatless and lighter than the chicken version.

How to Store Leftovers

Store the spinach, strawberries, feta, nuts, and vinaigrette in separate covered containers. Refrigerate the produce promptly and assemble only what you plan to eat; dressed leftovers are best within 1 day.

What to Serve With It

• Warm pita or crusty bread
• Grilled chicken, salmon, or chickpea patties

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Adding nuts or other crunchy toppings too early, causing them to soften.
• Overmixing delicate fruit or greens.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.

Frequently Asked Questions