Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze
Looking for a colorful and delicious salad that’s both refreshing and packed with nutritious ingredients? This Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze is your answer! With vibrant strawberries, blueberries, and crunchy pecans topped with creamy feta cheese, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The homemade balsamic glaze adds a sweet and tangy finish that ties all the flavors together beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, it can be served as a light lunch or a side dish at dinner parties. Whip up this delightful recipe and impress your family and friends with its fresh taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine fresh spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, blueberries, red onion, and toasted pecans.
- 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 reduced by half. If using honey, stir it in once cooled slightly.
- Just before serving, drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 12mg