Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad made with fresh spinach, sweet berries, toasted pecans, creamy feta, and a homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect as a light lunch, elegant side, or colorful starter for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- For the Balsamic Glaze:
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1–2 teaspoons honey (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, blueberries, red onion, and toasted pecans. Toss gently.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta on top.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer balsamic vinegar (and honey, if using) for about 10 minutes until reduced by half and slightly thickened. Let cool slightly.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken to turn it into a full meal.
- Substitute goat cheese or blue cheese for feta.
- Use avocado instead of cheese for a vegan version.
- Sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds are great nut-free swaps.
- Try seasonal fruits like peaches or apples for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
