Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring sweet strawberries, crunchy candied nuts, and creamy feta, dressed in tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula)
- 1/2 cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by grabbing your large mixing bowl, then toss the mixed salad greens in along with the beautifully sliced strawberries and thinly sliced red onion.
- Gently add the candied pecans or walnuts, being careful to distribute them evenly without crushing your fresh strawberries.
- Generously sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese atop your mixture.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette around the bowl, ensuring each ingredient gets a touch of that bright, tangy flavor.
- Season your salad with a sprinkle of salt and a twist of pepper.
- With a gentle hand, toss the entire mixture to combine the ingredients.
- Serve immediately, celebrating the freshness and maintaining the vibrant crunch of every bite.
Notes
Customize the salad by adding other fruits or grains for additional flavor and texture. Store leftover salad without dressing for up to two days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg