Description
Indulge in the freshness of our 15-Minute Strawberry Spinach Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe combines tender baby spinach with sweet strawberries and blueberries, creating a colorful medley that tantalizes your taste buds. Tossed with crumbled feta cheese and crunchy toasted pecans, all drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze, this salad strikes the ideal balance between sweet and savory. Whether you’re serving it as a side for grilled meats, taking it to potlucks, or enjoying it as a light lunch topped with protein, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a refreshing dish that not only looks stunning but also packs a healthy punch.
Ingredients
- 10 oz baby spinach
- 3 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup pecans, toasted
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and cool in a heat-proof bowl.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss together baby spinach, strawberries, blueberries, and feta cheese until evenly mixed.
- Serve the salad: Divide the mixture into individual bowls. Top with toasted pecans and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 180g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg