Description
Succulent berry spinach salad brings Mediterranean flair to your plate, blending sweet and tangy flavors. Fresh ingredients and elegant dressing create a gourmet experience you’ll savor with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups (150 g) fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup (150 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ cup (75 g) fresh blueberries
- ½ cup (75 g) fresh raspberries
Nuts and Cheese:
- ⅓ cup (40 g) pecans, toasted
- ¼ cup (50 g) crumbled feta cheese
Dressing and Additional Optional Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein
Instructions
- Carefully rinse fresh spinach leaves and assorted berries under cool water, gently patting them dry with clean paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Heat a skillet over medium temperature, adding raw pecans and stirring continuously until they release a rich, nutty aroma and develop a golden-brown color, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Remove toasted pecans from heat and allow them to cool completely on a clean plate, preventing further browning.
- Arrange crisp spinach leaves as a vibrant green base in a large serving bowl, creating an inviting foundation for the salad.
- Scatter fresh mixed berries generously across the spinach, ensuring even distribution for a balanced flavor profile.
- Sprinkle cooled, toasted pecans over the berries, adding a delightful crunch and depth to the salad’s texture.
- Crumble tangy feta cheese over the top, allowing the white chunks to contrast beautifully with the colorful berries and green spinach.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze in an elegant zigzag pattern across the salad, ensuring each ingredient receives a hint of sweet and tart dressing.
- Serve immediately to preserve the spinach’s freshness and prevent wilting, presenting a visually stunning and delicious berry salad.
Notes
- Toast pecans gently to release their rich, nutty flavor without burning, watching carefully and stirring frequently during the 2-3 minute process.
- Select fresh, ripe berries at peak season for maximum sweetness and vibrant color in the salad, ensuring they are firm and free from bruises.
- Swap feta for goat cheese or vegan alternatives like cashew cheese to accommodate different dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Rinse spinach leaves meticulously to remove any dirt or grit, using a salad spinner or patting dry with clean kitchen towels to prevent soggy greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg