Description
Experience the joy of summer with this Easy Strawberry Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing. Bursting with vibrant flavors, this refreshing salad combines juicy strawberries, crisp mixed greens, and a delightful vinaigrette that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch at home, it’s quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes! This versatile dish can be served as a side or main course by adding your choice of protein. Customize it with different nuts or cheese to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with grilled chicken or roasted vegetables, this salad is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh ripe strawberries
- 8 cups mixed salad greens (spinach and lettuce)
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1/3 cup pecan pieces or chopped walnuts
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Vinaigrette dressing made from balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, and seasonings
Instructions
- 1. Wash all produce thoroughly. Slice strawberries and red onion.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together aged balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, kosher salt, and olive oil until well combined.
- 3. In a large salad bowl, layer mixed greens followed by sliced strawberries and red onion. Sprinkle with pecans (or walnuts) and crumbled feta cheese.
- 4. Drizzle vinaigrette over the top and gently toss until evenly coated. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg