Spinach Strawberry Salad with Pecans
Spinach Strawberry Salad with Pecans - Dark leafy greens, juicy red strawberries, briny cheese, and candied nuts are tossed in a homemade balsamic dressing.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 298kcal
Ingredients
- 5 oz spinach or baby kale, washed about 5 cups
- 1 lb strawberries washed, hulled and sliced
- ½ cup feta crumbled or goat cheese
- ¼ cup pecans candied
Salad Dressing
- ¼ cup balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey raw
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- To make this mixed salad greens and strawberry salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing, start by combining some yummy mixed salad greens, sliced strawberries, and crumbled cheese in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together some balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until they're well combined.
- Next, pour the dressing over the salad and give everything a good toss until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
- For some added flavor and crunch, garnish the salad with some pecans. And voila! Your tasty and healthy salad is ready to be served and enjoyed!
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Notes
Tips for serving a strawberry spinach salad:
- Enjoy it right after preparing it
- Wait to add the dressing until just before serving
- Add diced avocado, sliced red onions, or switch up the dressing for variety
- Add grilled chicken, chickpeas, or grilled salmon for extra protein
- Substitute pecans with walnuts, almonds, or pistachios
Nutrition
Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 413mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 3420IU | Vitamin C: 77mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg