Description
This strawberry and feta salad is a fresh and vibrant combination of sweet strawberries, creamy feta cheese, crunchy nuts, and mixed greens, all tossed in a light honey vinaigrette. Perfect as a side dish or light lunch, it offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors with a touch of natural sweetness from the honey dressing.
Ingredients
Salad
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup (75g) crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup (30g) sliced almonds or pecans
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
Honey Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, sliced fresh strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, sliced almonds or pecans, and thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Drizzle the honey vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients in the dressing evenly, being careful not to bruise the strawberries.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh textures and vibrant flavors at their best.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken for a heartier meal.
- Candied pecans provide extra sweetness and crunch.
- Dress the salad just before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American-Inspired Cuisine
