easy Balsamic Strawberry and Feta Salad
A refreshing Balsamic Strawberry and Feta Salad made with baby spinach, strawberries, cucumbers, avocado, and feta cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 Persian cucumbers chopped
- 10 strawberries sliced
- 8 ounces baby spinach pre-washed
- ¼ red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ head red cabbage shredded (about 1½ cups)
- 6 fresh mint leaves julienned
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup feta cheese or vegan feta
- 1 avocado chopped (for topping)
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all produce as needed.
- Chop the Persian cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the strawberries and red onion thinly.
- Shred the red cabbage and julienne the fresh mint leaves.
- Add the baby spinach, cucumbers, strawberries, red onion, cabbage, and mint to a large serving bowl.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil evenly over the salad.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Gently toss until all ingredients are coated in the dressing.
- Top the Balsamic Strawberry and Feta Salad with chopped avocado and crumbled feta cheese.
- Garnish with additional black pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh.
- Add sliced avocado right before serving to prevent browning.
- Fresh mint enhances the flavor and complements the strawberries beautifully.
- For entertaining, arrange the ingredients in layers before tossing for an impressive presentation.
- Leftover dressing can be stored separately and used on other salads throughout the week.