Description
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic Glaze is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. This vibrant dish features fresh spinach, juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and crunchy walnuts, all topped with a rich homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a refreshing light lunch, this salad promises to impress with its colorful presentation and tantalizing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup ripe strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly.
- Slice the strawberries just before serving.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, sliced strawberries, toasted walnuts, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle with dressing right before serving and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: You can customize this salad by adding other fruits like blueberries or substituting nuts based on your preference. For added creaminess, try goat cheese instead of feta. Always dress the salad just before serving to maintain freshness.