Description
A fresh and vibrant salad featuring tender spinach, sweet strawberries, creamy cheese, and crunchy candied pecans tossed in a homemade balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 oz spinach or baby kale (about 5 cups)
- 1 lb strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup candied pecans
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine spinach, sliced strawberries, and crumbled cheese
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated
4. Top with candied pecans and serve immediately
Notes
Add dressing just before serving to keep greens fresh.
Customize with avocado, red onion, grilled chicken, chickpeas, or salmon.
Swap pecans with walnuts, almonds, or pistachios if desired.
Each serving contains approximately 298 calories.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 257mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 17mg