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15-minute strawberry spinach salad featuring fresh baby spinach, sliced strawberries, blueberries, crumbled feta cheese, toasted pecans, and balsamic glaze drizzle in large white bowl.

15-Minute Strawberry Spinach Salad

A fresh and colorful salad featuring baby spinach, sweet strawberries, tangy feta cheese, and candied pecans, all tossed in a simple balsamic dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1½ cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ⅓ cup candied pecans
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced, optional
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large salad bowl
  • Small jar or bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly, then place it in a large salad bowl.
  2. Slice the strawberries and add them to the bowl along with the crumbled feta and candied pecans.
  3. If using red onion, slice it thinly and add it to the mix.
  4. In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

Notes

  • Dress the salad right before serving to prevent wilting.
  • Store components separately for meal prep.
  • Toast regular nuts in a dry skillet if you don't have candied pecans.
  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a complete meal.