Spinach Strawberry Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
352 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Salad
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Cuisine
American
Spinach Strawberry Salad
Description
The salad mixes large quantities of fresh spinach and ripe strawberries with pungent thin red onion slices for sharpness. Crumbled feta cheese adds a salty, creamy contrast while chopped raw pecans contribute crunch and a mild nutty flavor. The dressing marries balsamic vinegar's acidity with olive oil's smoothness, enhanced by honey's sweetness, poppy seeds' texture, and a touch of Dijon and garlic for complexity.
The dressing is whisked until emulsified and then drizzled over the salad ingredients, which are gently tossed to coat but not saturate the leafy greens and fruit. Serving immediately is recommended to preserve the crisp texture of the vegetables and fruit. This salad functions well as a side dish for a variety of main courses or as a refreshing light lunch.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 12 cups spinach fresh
- 16 oz strawberries Sliced
- 1/2 red onion Thinly Sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cup pecans Chopped, raw
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons poppy seeds
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk thoroughly for 2-3 minutes until all the ingredients are well combined or place all the ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake until well combined.
- Place the spinach in a large bowl or individual serving bowls.
- Add the strawberries and red onions on top for the salad mixture.
- The drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to thoroughly coat. You want enough dressing to coat the ingredients but not drown them.
- Then top with the cheese and pecans.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 352 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 352kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 597mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 5.755IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 62mg | 69% |
| Calcium | 259mg | 26% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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