Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze. This vibrant salad combines the crispness of fresh spinach with the sweetness of juicy strawberries and blueberries, topped with crunchy toasted pecans and creamy feta cheese. The homemade balsamic glaze adds a rich, tangy finish that elevates this dish from everyday salad to a stunning centerpiece for any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a flavor-packed dish that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup pecans (toasted)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly. In a large bowl, mix together spinach, sliced strawberries, blueberries, thinly sliced red onion, and toasted pecans.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, simmer balsamic vinegar until reduced by half (about 10 minutes). If desired, stir in honey during the last minute of cooking.
- Let the glaze cool before drizzling it over the salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg