Fresh Strawberry Salad

Brighten up your table with this Fresh Strawberry Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Featuring juicy slices of fresh strawberries, crisp mixed salad greens, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Drizzled with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, every bite bursts with flavor. Perfect as a light lunch or an elegant side dish, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Whether you're looking for a healthy salad option or a show-stopping starter, this strawberry salad is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh strawberries
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup sliced almonds
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and hull the strawberries. Slice them into thin pieces, approximately 1/4 inch thick, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens with the sliced strawberries.

Step 3

Add the crumbled feta cheese and sliced almonds to the salad mixture.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined and emulsified.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss the ingredients together until the salad is evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a light meal or a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	911.6 grams (911.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1396

Total Fat 102.00g	131%
Saturated Fat 37.90g	190%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 3343mg	145%
Total Carbohydrate 77.80g	28%
Dietary Fiber 17.70g	63%
Total Sugars 47.40g
Protein 53.00g	106%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1477mg	114%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 1827mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 21.6%