Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Balsamic
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Balsamic. This delightful dish combines fresh spinach, juicy strawberries, creamy avocado, and crunchy nuts, all drizzled with a sweet-and-tangy strawberry balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side for gatherings, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. With its quick preparation time and versatility, it’s bound to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (5 ounces) organic spinach
- 8 ounces strawberries, halved
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ⅓ cup raw sliced almonds
- ¼ cup chopped shelled roasted pistachios
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, grated or finely minced
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon strawberry jam
- Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, grated garlic, Dijon mustard, and strawberry jam in a mason jar or mixing bowl. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toast the almonds: In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, stir sliced almonds for 2-5 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, layer spinach, strawberries, avocado, red onion, feta cheese, toasted almonds, and pistachios. Toss gently with the dressing or serve on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg