Description
Celebrate summer’s freshest flavors with this vibrant berry spinach salad! Juicy strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries pair perfectly with creamy feta, crisp onions, and crunchy candied nuts—all tied together with a sweet-tangy balsamic vinaigrette. It’s light, refreshing, and ideal for warm weather lunches or as a beautiful side dish.
Ingredients
6 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 cup sliced strawberries
½ cup fresh blueberries
½ cup fresh raspberries
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup sliced red onions
¼ cup candied pecans or walnuts
¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
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Add the spinach to a large salad bowl as the base layer.
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Scatter sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries evenly over the spinach.
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Add sliced red onions and sprinkle crumbled feta on top.
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Toss in candied nuts for crunch.
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Drizzle the salad with balsamic vinaigrette just before serving.
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Gently toss to combine or serve layered for a more visual presentation.
Notes
For the best texture, serve immediately after dressing the salad. Feel free to swap the vinaigrette with a honey-lime or poppy seed dressing for variation. You can also add grilled chicken or avocado for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American