Spinach Strawberry Pecan Salad (Print-Friendly Version)

Fresh spinach, strawberries, pecans, feta, and balsamic vinaigrette combine for a bright, crunchy salad.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Greens

01 - 480 ml (4 cups) fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried

→ Fruits

02 - 240 ml (1 cup) strawberries, sliced

→ Nuts

03 - 120 ml (½ cup) pecans, chopped

→ Cheese

04 - 60 ml (¼ cup) crumbled feta cheese

→ Dressing

05 - 60 ml (¼ cup) balsamic vinaigrette

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Rinse spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water and dry completely using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel.
02 - Wash and thinly slice strawberries evenly to ensure consistent texture.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the spinach, sliced strawberries, and chopped pecans.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top of the salad mixture.
05 - Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the ingredients in the bowl.
06 - Gently toss all components together until the dressing coats the salad evenly. Serve immediately to preserve freshness.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - Adjust balsamic vinaigrette quantity to taste; omit feta cheese to make the salad vegan; enhance protein content by adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.