Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Balsamic
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Balsamic. This vibrant dish combines sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, and crunchy nuts, creating a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Perfect for summer picnics or elegant dinner gatherings, this salad is nutritious and quick to prepare—ready in just 22 minutes. Top it with a homemade strawberry balsamic vinaigrette for an unforgettable taste experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 ounces organic spinach
- 8 ounces strawberries, halved
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese (or omit for dairy-free)
- 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 (or jam of choice)
- Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a mason jar or small bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, grated garlic, dijon mustard, and strawberry jam. Shake or whisk until well mixed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toast the almonds in a pan over medium heat for about 2-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, layer the spinach, strawberries, avocado, red onion, feta cheese (if using), toasted almonds, and pistachios.
- Drizzle with dressing just before serving or serve on the side for individual portions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg