Description
Welcome the vibrant flavors of spring with this delightful Best Spring Salad Recipe. Bursting with fresh greens, juicy strawberries, creamy avocado, and crunchy nuts, this salad is not only visually stunning but also incredibly refreshing. Perfect for brunches or picnics, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings joy to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach and arugula)
- 1 cup ripe strawberries, sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, cubed
- ½ cup toasted walnuts or almonds
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash and chop mixed greens into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice strawberries and cucumber into thin rounds.
- Halve the avocado, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and cut into cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, strawberries, cucumbers, and avocado.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until coated.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted nuts; give it one last gentle toss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize the salad by adding grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein. For optimal freshness, dress individual portions just before serving.