Description
A refreshing salad combining sweet strawberries with crunchy nuts and creamy feta, perfect for summer picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup toasted almonds or walnuts
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (or goat cheese)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or mint, torn
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or chia seeds
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries gently under cool water and pat them dry.
- Slice each strawberry in half or quarters as preferred.
- Prepare the greens in a large bowl, ensuring they are dry.
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden.
- Combine the sliced strawberries and nuts with the greens and toss gently.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and torn herbs to the salad.
- Dress the salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then gently toss again.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve immediately for freshness.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Toasting the nuts is essential to enhance their taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: strawberry salad, summer salad, refreshing salad, party recipe, picnic food