Easy Strawberry Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring juicy strawberries, mixed greens, and a tangy vinaigrette, perfect for sunny days or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Fresh Strawberries, halved or quartered
- 4 cups Mixed Greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds or Walnuts
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar or Lemon Juice
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the greens thoroughly under cold water.
- Prepare the strawberries by cutting off the leafy tops and slicing them.
- Toast the nuts in a hot, dry pan for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the mixed greens, strawberries, and nuts in a large bowl with the dressing.
- Add the feta cheese on top if using.
- Plate the salad family-style or in individual servings.
Notes
Keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crispness of greens. You can prep ingredients ahead of time and store separately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: strawberry salad, summer salad, healthy salad, vinaigrette dressing, fresh ingredients