Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze
Experience the vibrant flavors of a Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze. This delightful dish is a perfect blend of sweet berries, crunchy pecans, and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze. Ideal for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a colorful side dish for dinner, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. In just 15 minutes, you can create a refreshing salad that will impress your family and friends alike. Enjoy this healthy combination of ingredients that provides essential vitamins and antioxidants while tantalizing your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw/Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Fresh spinach leaves
- Strawberries (sliced)
- Blueberries
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Toasted pecans
- Red onion (thinly sliced)
- Balsamic vinegar
- Honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, blueberries, red onion, and toasted pecans.
- Evenly sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad mixture.
- To make the balsamic glaze, simmer balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat until it reduces by half. Optionally stir in honey for added sweetness.
- Allow the balsamic glaze to cool slightly before drizzling it over the salad just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg