Feta and Strawberry Salad

Brighten up your table with this refreshing and colorful Feta and Strawberry Salad, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. Juicy fresh strawberries pair beautifully with tangy crumbled feta cheese, peppery arugula or mixed greens, and toasted pecans or walnuts, creating a harmony of textures and tastes that will delight your taste buds. The homemade balsamic vinaigrette, lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and infused with Dijon mustard, ties the ingredients together with a subtle tangy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant and nutrient-packed salad is perfect for everything from elegant dinner parties to casual weeknight meals. Bursting with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, this salad is sure to become a spring and summer favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh strawberries
• 6 cups Arugula or mixed greens
• 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Raw pecans or walnuts
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the fresh strawberries. Remove the stems and slice them into thin, even pieces.

Step 2

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans or walnuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove them from the heat and let them cool.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula or mixed greens, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta, and toasted nuts.

Step 5

Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad. Start with half the dressing, toss gently, and add more dressing if needed to taste.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and tangy Feta and Strawberry Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1585.6

Total Fat 135.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 200.0mg	0%
Sodium 3291.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 34.3g
Protein 45.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1463.2mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1469.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.7%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 14.2%