Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Balsamic. This refreshing dish features sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, crunchy nuts, and tangy feta cheese, creating a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Perfect for a light lunch or as a stunning side at gatherings, this salad is both nutritious and quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy days. The homemade strawberry balsamic vinaigrette adds a unique twist that elevates each bite. Enjoy this salad as a healthy option that satisfies your palate while delivering essential vitamins and healthy fats.
Ingredients
- 1 package (5 ounces) organic spinach
- 8 ounces strawberries, halved (about 2 cups halved strawberries)
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ⅓ cup raw sliced almonds
- ¼ cup chopped shelled roasted pistachios
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, grated or finely minced
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon strawberry jam (or jam of choice)
- Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- For the dressing, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, strawberry jam, salt, and pepper in a mason jar. Shake well to mix.
- Toast the almonds in a non-stick pan over medium heat for 2–5 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, layer spinach on the bottom followed by strawberries, avocado slices, red onion, feta cheese, toasted almonds, and pistachios.
- Drizzle with dressing before serving or keep it on the side for individual servings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg