Spring Vegetable Salad: Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad Recipe
This spinach and strawberry salad recipe combines the best of fruit and veggie salad recipes, creating a colorful dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
Equipment
- A large mixing bowl for assembling the salad
- A sharp knife for slicing strawberries, avocado, and red onion
- A cutting board
- A small whisk or fork for mixing the dressing
- A measuring cup and spoons for accurate ingredient portions
- A salad spinner (optional, but helpful for washing and drying spinach)
- A skillet for toasting almonds (if not pre-toasted)
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1 large avocado diced
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese optional for added creaminess
- ¼ cup sliced almonds toasted
For the Dressing:
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Salad Base:
- Wash and dry the baby spinach using a salad spinner or pat it dry with paper towels.
- Place the spinach in a large mixing bowl.
Slice and Add Ingredients:
- Slice the strawberries and avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
- Add the strawberries, avocado, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl with spinach.
Toast the Almonds:
- Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced almonds and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they’re golden and fragrant.
- Remove from heat and let them cool before adding to the salad.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Combine and Serve:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle the toasted almonds on top for added crunch.
Notes
Nutritional Value Per Serving
Calories: 250 kcal/ Protein: 4g/Carbohydrates: 20g/ Fat: 18g/ Cholesterol: 5mg/ Sodium: 180mg/ Calcium: 90mg
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The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.