Description
A delightful and refreshing Strawberry Crunch Salad that combines the freshness of baby spinach and strawberries with the crunch of candied pecans and granola, all tossed in a simple balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/3 cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup crunchy granola or crushed pretzels
Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: Combine spinach, strawberries, red onion, pecans, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine: Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Finish: Before serving, add granola or pretzels on top for extra crunch. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken or quinoa.
- Try goat cheese instead of feta for a creamier taste.
- Swap granola with honey-roasted almonds for a sweeter flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
