Ingredients
- Fresh spinach, 4 cups (Baby spinach works best for its tender texture)
- Juicy strawberries, sliced, 2 cups (Use fresh, ripe strawberries for optimal flavor)
- Candied hazelnuts, 1/2 cup (Alternatively, use pecans or walnuts)
- Feta cheese, 1/2 cup (Optional; can substitute with goat cheese or omit entirely)
- Balsamic vinaigrette, 1/4 cup (Store-bought or homemade works well)
- Salt and pepper, to taste (Enhances the salad’s overall flavor)
Instructions
- Combine the fresh spinach and sliced strawberries in a large bowl.
- Add candied hazelnuts and feta cheese if desired.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best sweetness. Prepare salad just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: strawberry salad, spinach salad, summer salad, healthy salad, easy salad
