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If you’re looking for a fresh and flavorful salad, this strawberry spinach salad is always a favorite.
Sweet juicy strawberries, tender baby spinach, crunchy pecans, tangy feta cheese, and a simple balsamic dressing come together for a salad that feels special but takes only minutes to make.
It’s perfect for spring lunches, summer dinners, brunches, cookouts, and holiday meals.
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Why You’ll Love This Salad
- Quick and easy recipe
- Sweet + savory flavor combination
- Perfect for spring and summer
- Beautiful for entertaining
- Great side dish or light lunch
Ingredients for Strawberry Spinach Salad
Salad
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Balsamic Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
How to Make Strawberry Spinach Salad
Step 1: Prep Ingredients
Wash and dry spinach.
Slice strawberries.
Thinly slice red onion.
Step 2: Make the Dressing
In a small bowl or jar combine:
- Olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Honey
- Salt
- Pepper
Whisk or shake until combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl combine:
- Spinach
- Strawberries
- Red onion
- Pecans
Drizzle with dressing.
Toss gently.
Top with crumbled feta.
Serve immediately.
Tips for Best Results
- Use ripe strawberries for sweetest flavor
- Dry spinach well so dressing sticks
- Add dressing just before serving
- Toast pecans for extra flavor
- Crumble cheese finely for even bites
Easy Variations
Add Protein
Turn it into a meal with:
- Grilled chicken
- Salmon
- Shrimp
- Hard boiled eggs
- Chickpeas
Swap the Cheese
Try:
- Goat cheese
- Blue cheese
- Parmesan
Change the Nuts
Use:
- Walnuts
- Almonds
- Candied pecans
What to Serve With Strawberry Spinach Salad
Perfect with:
- Grilled chicken
- Sandwiches
- Burgers
- Quiche
- Pasta salad
- Brunch spreads
Make Ahead Tips
For best freshness:
- Store dressing separately
- Slice berries just before serving
- Keep nuts separate until serving
- Assemble right before eating
This salad mixes fresh, green spinach leaves with sweet strawberries and other tasty ingredients.
It has a balance of flavors that are both light and satisfying. You’ll find a mix of crunchy, juicy, and creamy textures in each bite.
More Strawberry Recipes to Try
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Browse all my Strawberry Recipes & Growing Guide here.
FAQs
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, but keep dressing separate until serving.
What dressing goes best?
Balsamic vinaigrette is classic, but poppy seed dressing is delicious too.
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Fresh strawberries are best for texture.
This strawberry spinach salad is simple, beautiful, and packed with fresh flavor.
It’s one of those recipes that works for everyday lunches but is pretty enough for guests too.
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Fresh strawberry spinach salad with baby spinach, juicy strawberries, feta cheese, pecans, and an easy balsamic dressing. Perfect for spring lunches, summer dinners, brunches, and holiday meals.
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup chopped pecans optional
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
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Wash and dry spinach thoroughly.
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Slice strawberries.
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Thinly slice red onion.
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In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
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Whisk or shake until blended.
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In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, red onion, and pecans.
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Drizzle with dressing.
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Toss gently to coat.
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Top with crumbled feta cheese.
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Serve immediately for best texture and freshness.
Toast pecans for extra flavor.
Add grilled chicken for a full meal.
Goat cheese works well instead of feta.
Keep dressing separate if making ahead.
Best served fresh the same day.
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