Juicy Strawberry Salad Recipe

Here’s a fresh and colorful Juicy Strawberry Salad Recipe that’s perfect for summer or as a light side dish:

🥗 Juicy Strawberry Salad

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)

• ½ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese

• ½ cup candied pecans or toasted walnuts

• ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced

• Fresh basil or mint leaves (optional, for extra freshness)

For the dressing:

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or strawberry balsamic if you have it)

• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Make the dressing:

   • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and emulsified.

2. Assemble the salad:

   • In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, strawberries, red onion, cheese, and nuts.

   • Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.

3. Serve fresh:

   • Garnish with fresh basil or mint leaves.

   • Serve immediately for the juiciest flavor.

✨ Optional variations:

• Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a complete meal.

• Swap feta for blue cheese if you like bold flavors.

• Use sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds instead of nuts for crunch.

Would you like me to also give you a sweet version of this salad (with whipped cream or yogurt) for a dessert-style twist?