Best way to grow a tasty Strawberry Spinach Salad
This delightful strawberry spinach salad combines fresh greens, sweet strawberries, crunchy nuts, and a tangy dressing for a perfect light meal or side. It's easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- small bowl
- whisk
- large salad bowl
- measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing Ingredients
- 0.33 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.125 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
Instructions
Prepare the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and poppy seeds. Whisk until well combined and emulsified.
Assemble the Salad
- In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, chopped pecans, and thinly sliced red onion.
Dress and Serve
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh strawberry spinach salad!
Notes
For an extra crunch, you can toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the salad. This salad is best served fresh but can be prepared a few hours in advance if you keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving.