A fresh and delightful Spinach Strawberry Salad featuring crisp spinach, sweet strawberries, toasted almonds, and optional creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Salad
6 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Dressing
1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
Combine ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, and toasted almonds.
Add cheese: If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.
Toss salad: Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately: Serve promptly to enjoy the salad at its freshest and most flavorful.
Notes
Toast almonds lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and golden for enhanced flavor.
Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best sweetness and texture.
Feta cheese is optional but adds a nice creamy and salty contrast.
For a vegan variation, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
Prepare the salad right before serving to avoid sogginess.
