Strawberry Spinach Pecan Delight
A delightful salad combining fresh spinach, sweet strawberries, crunchy pecans, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish.
Ingredients
Salad
- 4 cups fresh spinach (washed and dried)
- 2 cups strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1 cup pecans (toasted)
- 0.5 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Dressing
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Toast pecans in a skillet until fragrant and golden brown. Let cool.
- Combine spinach, strawberries, pecans, and red onion in a bowl. Add feta if using.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly.
Notes
For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese and use maple syrup instead of honey in the dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 100mg