Spring Mix Salad Strawberries Feta (Printable version)
Tender greens combined with strawberries, feta, nuts, and a bright balsamic dressing for a refreshing dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Salad Components
01 - 6 cups spring mix greens
02 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
06 - 1/4 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
→ Balsamic Vinaigrette
07 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
10 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine the spring mix greens, sliced strawberries, red onion, cucumber, and toasted nuts in a large bowl.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar until well emulsified.
03 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top just before serving.
05 - Serve immediately as a light main course or side dish.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The sweet strawberries and tangy feta create that magic combination that makes you forget you're eating something healthy
- It comes together in fifteen minutes flat but looks like something from a restaurant that takes reservations
02 -
- The vinaigrette makes more than you'll need—store the extra in the fridge and bring it to room temperature before using again
- This salad doesn't sit well dressed, so wait until everyone's at the table before adding the vinaigrette
03 -
- Room temperature strawberries have more flavor than cold ones from the fridge
- A little squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the sliced strawberries keeps them from oxidizing