Description
A vibrant Mediterranean salad combining sweet strawberries, sharp feta, and toasted pecans in a tangy poppy seed dressing. Perfect for quick weeknights or relaxed brunches with bold flavor and balanced nutrition.
Ingredients
Spinach – 10 oz
Strawberries – 4 cups, hulled
Red Onion – ½ small
Feta Cheese – ¾ cup crumbled
Raw Pecans – ¾ cup
Poppy Seed Dressing: balsamic vinegar, olive oil, poppy seeds, honey, mustard, salt, pepper
Instructions
Chill strawberries for 5 minutes
Spread pecans on parchment; bake at 350°F until fragrant (8-10 mins)
Submerge thinly sliced onions in water while preparing other components
Whisk poppy seed dressing ingredients
Toss spinach, drained onions, and strawberries in a bowl
Top with feta and toasted pecans; dress with vinaigrette
Notes
Toast nuts separately from other ingredients for optimal texture
Use full-fat feta cheese for best creaminess
Add pomegranate seeds 10 minutes before serving
Dress salad just before serving to preserve texture
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Sauce & Toss
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5.5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg