Jessica's Special Salad

Discover the vibrant flavors of Jessica's Special Salad, a perfect fusion of fresh, wholesome ingredients and a tangy homemade dressing that will elevate your salad game. This crowd-pleasing dish combines a medley of crisp mixed greens—think arugula, spinach, and romaine—with the natural sweetness of sliced strawberries and the refreshing crunch of cucumbers. Thinly sliced red onions add a zesty kick, while toasted almond slices and crumbly feta cheese lend texture and a touch of creamy decadence. Finished with a quick-to-make balsamic vinaigrette, sweetened with honey and brightened with Dijon mustard, this salad is light, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes. Ideal as a refreshing side dish or a stand-alone meal, Jessica's Special Salad is perfect for lunch gatherings, summer dinners, or any occasion where fresh flavors steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 medium-sized cucumber, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup toasted almond slices
• 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the sliced strawberries, cucumber, and red onion to the bowl with the greens.

Step 3

Sprinkle the toasted almond slices and crumbled feta cheese evenly over the salad.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Whisk or shake the dressing ingredients together until fully emulsified.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, tossing gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(861.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1072.1

Total Fat 85.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 1759.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 30.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 588.6mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1752.9mg	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: 68.0%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 21.3%