Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze. This delightful salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or enjoying a light dinner at home. With fresh spinach, juicy berries, crunchy pecans, and creamy feta cheese drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze, this dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a nutritious boost. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s an effortless way to incorporate healthy ingredients into your meals. Customize it with your favorite fruits or nuts for added flair!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Fresh spinach leaves
- Sliced strawberries
- Blueberries
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Toasted pecans
- Thinly sliced red onion
- Balsamic vinegar (for glaze)
- Honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine fresh spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, blueberries, thinly sliced red onion, and toasted pecans.
- Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese.
- For the balsamic glaze, simmer balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until reduced by half; optionally stir in honey for sweetness.
- Drizzle the glaze over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg