Description
A fresh and vibrant salad combining sweet strawberries and crisp spinach, topped with a tangy balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
- Fresh Spinach: 4 cups of baby spinach leaves
- Strawberries: 1 cup of fresh strawberries, sliced
- Red Onion: 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
- Feta Cheese: 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Walnuts or Pecans: 1/4 cup, chopped
- Balsamic Glaze: 1/4 cup
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Wash the baby spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
- Slice the fresh strawberries into thin pieces.
- In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of balsamic vinegar over medium heat until it simmers, then reduce heat and let it thicken for 10-15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, red onion, feta cheese, and nuts. Toss gently.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad and toss lightly to coat.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and freshness.
Notes
- Choose bright red strawberries for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container, keeping ingredients separate if possible.
- Consume leftovers within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Strawberry Spinach Salad, Balsamic Glaze, Healthy Salad, Fresh Salad