15-Minute Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant 15-minute strawberry spinach salad featuring fresh baby spinach, juicy strawberries, blueberries, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pecans, all beautifully complemented by a homemade balsamic glaze dressing. This light and flavorful salad is perfect as a healthy snack or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Dressing – Balsamic Glaze
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey (or brown sugar)
Salad
- 10 oz baby spinach (fresh)
- 3 cups strawberries (cleaned, hulled, sliced)
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/3 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 cup pecans (toasted, some chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Balsamic Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of balsamic vinegar and 1/4 cup of honey over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Simmer the Glaze: Reduce heat to low and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and reduces by about half, approximately 10 minutes.
- Cool the Glaze: Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the balsamic glaze into a heat-proof bowl. Allow it to cool, during which it will thicken further. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but not too thick.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add 10 oz fresh baby spinach, 3 cups sliced strawberries, 1 cup blueberries, and 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese. Toss gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Serve the Salad: Divide the mixed salad into individual serving bowls.
- Add Pecans: Top each bowl with toasted pecans, using a mix of whole and chopped pieces for texture.
- Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze: Finish by drizzling the cooled balsamic glaze over each serving, adding a glossy, tangy-sweet finish to the salad.
Notes
- To toast pecans, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- You can substitute honey with brown sugar for the balsamic glaze if preferred.
- For a nuttier flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper on top before serving.
- This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the spinach and berries.
- Leftover balsamic glaze can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Keywords: strawberry spinach salad, balsamic glaze, fresh spinach salad, summer salad, healthy salad, berry salad, feta cheese salad, toasted pecans
Find it online: https://zarameals.com/15-minute-strawberry-spinach-salad-recipe/
