Description
A refreshing and vibrant Berry Spinach Salad featuring fresh spinach, mixed berries, crunchy pecans, tangy feta cheese, and a sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful salad that’s ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
Dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine spinach and berries: In a large bowl, add the fresh spinach and the mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries). This forms the fresh base of the salad.
- Add cheese and nuts: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped pecans over the spinach and berries, adding creamy texture and a crunchy element.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze: Pour the balsamic glaze evenly over the combined salad ingredients to introduce a sweet and tangy flavor profile.
- Toss salad: Gently toss all ingredients together to ensure the glaze coats the salad evenly without bruising the berries or wilting the spinach.
- Season: Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, balancing the salad’s flavors perfectly.
- Serve immediately: Plate the salad and enjoy its fresh, vibrant flavors right away for the best texture and taste.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm berries for the best texture and flavor.
- Toast the pecans lightly for extra crunch and flavor if desired.
- The salad is best served immediately to keep spinach crisp and berries fresh.
- For a vegan version, substitute feta cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Balsamic glaze can be substituted with a balsamic vinaigrette if preferred.
