Description
This vibrant Spinach and Strawberry Salad is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, featuring fresh baby spinach, juicy strawberries, crunchy almonds, and creamy feta cheese. A quick, nutritious, and delicious salad ready in under 15 minutes—ideal for a light lunch, side dish, or healthy dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
- 1½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup sliced almonds (toasted for extra crunch)
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry baby spinach leaves, tearing large pieces if needed.
- Slice strawberries and optionally drizzle with honey for extra sweetness.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, feta cheese, almonds, and red onion (if using).
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette, toss gently, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Swap almonds with sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.
- Try poppy seed or citrus dressing for a different flavor.
- Assemble just before serving to keep spinach crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: spinach strawberry salad, healthy salad recipe, summer salad, easy salad, strawberry spinach salad, balsamic salad, quick lunch ideas