Spinach Asparagus and Strawberry Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with seasonal flavors, this Spinach Asparagus and Strawberry Salad is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. Featuring tender-crisp asparagus, juicy strawberries, and creamy crumbles of feta cheese atop a bed of fresh spinach, this vibrant salad is elevated with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette laced with honey and Dijon mustard. A sprinkling of sliced almonds adds a delightful crunch, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Ready in under 25 minutes, this nutrient-packed dish is ideal as a light lunch, a stunning side for spring or summer gatherings, or a wholesome weeknight dinner option. Don’t miss the chance to wow your taste buds with this colorful and easy-to-make salad!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 1 cup strawberries
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Prep the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and blanch the asparagus for 2-3 minutes until it turns bright green and becomes tender-crisp.
Step 2
Immediately transfer the blanched asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain the asparagus and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Wash and dry the spinach leaves, and hull and slice the strawberries. Set them aside.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 5
In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, asparagus pieces, strawberries, and feta cheese.
Step 6
Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Top the salad with sliced almonds for a crunchy texture.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and vibrant salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (929.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 987.2 |
| Total Fat 76.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g | |
| Cholesterol 66.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1728.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.2g | |
| Protein 31.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 770.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1328.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories