Summer Bliss in Every Bite: Strawberry Feta Salad Delight

This Strawberry Feta Salad is a refreshing mix of sweet strawberries, tangy feta, and crunchy pecans, perfect for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 7

Total Time 22

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups Strawberries Ripe, locally sourced
1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble from a block for better texture
4 cups Mixed Greens Butter lettuce and baby spinach mix
1/2 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced, soak in cold water if desired
1/4 cup Fresh Mint Chopped, can substitute with basil
1/2 cup Toasted Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds

For the Dressing

1/4 cup Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be used
2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be an alternative
1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup as a vegan substitute
1 tsp Dijon Mustard Regular mustard works too
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Cutting Board
Knife

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast them for 5–7 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Hull and slice the strawberries, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the fresh mint leaves.
In a large salad bowl, layer the mixed greens as a base and add strawberries, pecans, onion, and feta on top.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss using hands or tongs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; assemble the salad just before serving for optimal freshness.

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