Description
Bright, juicy summer strawberries take center stage in this vibrant salad, perfectly balancing crisp greens and tangy feta cheese. This refreshing dish is ideal for summer barbecues or as a light lunch. Easy to prepare and customizable with seasonal ingredients, it promises a delightful explosion of flavors that will brighten any meal. Get ready to enjoy a taste of sunshine in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash strawberries under cold water and pat dry. Remove green tops and cut each berry in half or quarters.
- Rinse mixed greens thoroughly and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced cucumbers, and halved strawberries. Toss gently to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg