Spinach and Strawberry Salad
	
		A light and refreshing salad made with tender spinach, sweet strawberries, crunchy nuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 15 mins
 
							- Cook Time: 0 mins
 
							- Total Time: 15 mins
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Salad
 
							- Method: No-Cook
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
 
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
 
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
 
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
 
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds or pecans, toasted
 
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
 
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
 
- 1/3 cup olive oil
 
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
 
- Salt and black pepper to taste
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- In a large salad bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, red onion, feta cheese, and nuts.
 
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
 
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- For a vegan version, omit feta or use a plant-based alternative.
 
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
 
- Best served fresh, but dressing can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 5 days.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
 
							- Calories: 220
 
							- Sugar: 11g
 
							- Sodium: 180mg
 
							- Fat: 15g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 4g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 18g
 
							- Fiber: 4g
 
							- Protein: 5g
 
							- Cholesterol: 10mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: spinach strawberry salad, summer salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad