Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Balsamic. This delightful dish combines fresh, juicy strawberries with crisp organic spinach, creamy avocado, tangy feta, and crunchy nuts, all drizzled with a homemade strawberry balsamic vinaigrette. It’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrients, perfect for light lunches, picnics, or as a refreshing side dish at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (5 ounces) organic spinach
- 8 ounces strawberries, halved (about 2 cups halved strawberries)
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta crumbles
- ⅓ cup raw sliced almonds
- ¼ cup chopped shelled roasted pistachios
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, grated or finely minced
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon strawberry jam (or jam of choice)
- Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a mason jar or small bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, dijon mustard, strawberry jam, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk until well mixed.
- Toast sliced almonds in a non-stick pan over medium heat for 2–5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, layer organic spinach, halved strawberries, avocado slices, red onion, feta crumbles, toasted almonds, and pistachios.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad or serve it on the side. Toss gently to combine before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg