Description
This Strawberry & Blueberry Spinach Salad with Pecans and Feta is a refreshing and vibrant salad that combines the sweetness of strawberries and blueberries with the rich flavors of creamy feta and crunchy pecans. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or a healthy addition to any meal. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this salad is as delicious as it is nutritious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried
- 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, blueberries, chopped pecans, and crumbled feta cheese. If using, add the thinly sliced red onion for extra flavor.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (if using), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Adjust the sweetness or tanginess to your liking by adding more honey or vinegar as needed.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients in the dressing.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy! Optionally, top with extra pecans or feta for garnish.
Notes
- You can substitute the pecans with other nuts like walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta or replace it with a vegan cheese alternative.
- If you like extra crunch, add some crispy chickpeas or croutons.
- The dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Light Meal
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: : 1 portion
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg