Kittencal's Strawberry Spinach Salad
Brighten up your table with Kittencal's Strawberry Spinach Salad, a refreshing blend of flavors and textures that's perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines tender baby spinach, juicy fresh strawberries, and sweet, caramelized pecans with the tang of red onion and creamy feta cheese. The homemade balsamic dressing, crafted with olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, beautifully ties everything together for a balanced medley of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this stunning dish is not only a feast for the palate but also a visually striking addition to your meal. Ideal for a light lunch, dinner side, or summer gathering, this strawberry spinach salad is a must-try recipe you'll return to again and again!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach leaves
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 0.5 whole red onion
- 0.5 cups pecans
- 0.5 cups feta cheese crumbles
- 0.25 cups olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Hull and slice the strawberries, then add them to the bowl with the spinach.
Step 3
Thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes and add to the salad mixture.
Step 4
Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Let cool slightly before adding to the salad.
Step 5
Sprinkle the feta cheese crumbles over the salad to add a creamy texture.
Step 6
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
Step 7
Drizzle the homemade dressing evenly over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients with the dressing.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (738.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1282.9 |
| Total Fat 106.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.1g | |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1932.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 69.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.8g | |
| Protein 19.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 523.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1549.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories