Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado
A refreshing and vibrant salad perfect for summer. This salad combines the sweetness of strawberries with the creamy texture of avocado and the slight tang of balsamic vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Salad
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 pint strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1 avocado (pitted and diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds (optional)
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Combine spinach, strawberries, avocado, and red onion in a bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Sprinkle with feta and almonds, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup to your desired sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 100mg