Spring Mix Salad Strawberries Feta (Printable View)
Tender spring greens with strawberries, feta, nuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing combine for a refreshing dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Salad Components
01 - 6 cups spring mix greens
02 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
04 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
05 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
06 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced cucumber
→ Balsamic Vinaigrette
07 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Cooking Steps:
01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified and smooth.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine the spring mix greens, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta, sliced red onion, toasted nuts, and cucumber if using.
03 - Drizzle the prepared balsamic vinaigrette evenly over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients without damaging the greens.
04 - Plate the salad immediately while fresh and crisp, dividing evenly among serving plates.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sweet strawberries cut through the tangy feta in a way that makes people go quiet after the first bite
- It comes together in fifteen minutes flat but looks like something from a restaurant that takes reservations
02 -
- Spring greens wilt quickly once dressed, so serve this immediately after adding the vinaigrette
- Cold ingredients mute flavors, so take the strawberries and feta out of the fridge about fifteen minutes before making the salad
03 -
- A light drizzle of good balsamic glaze over the top makes this feel fancy enough for company
- Use your hands to toss the salad gently so you do not bruise the delicate spring greens