Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze. This vibrant salad is a feast for the senses, combining fresh spinach leaves, juicy strawberries, and blueberries with crunchy pecans and creamy feta cheese. Drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze, this dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with nutrients. Perfect for brunch gatherings, picnics, or a refreshing weeknight dinner, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you enjoy it as a light lunch or a side dish at a dinner party, the harmonious blend of sweet and savory in every bite will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, blueberries, red onion, and toasted pecans. Toss gently.
- Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer balsamic vinegar until reduced by half (5-10 minutes). Stir in honey if desired.
- Allow the glaze to cool slightly before drizzling it over the salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg