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Strawberry Feta Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad combining juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and crunchy pecans, perfect for a quick meal prep or light lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 6 cups fresh mixed greens, washed and thoroughly dried
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped Toast for enhanced flavor
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey Can be substituted with stevia for a low-calorie version
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are fragrant. Let them cool before adding to the salad.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Hull and slice the strawberries, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the mint leaves.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, layer the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, toasted pecans, red onions, crumbled feta cheese, and mint leaves.
  2. Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together. Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh. Store the salad and dressing separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days.