Description
A fresh and vibrant salad combining sweet strawberries, crisp greens, and crunchy toppings for a satisfying mix of flavors and textures in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or lettuce)
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds or crushed nuts
- 1/4 cup crispy noodles or croutons
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing the strawberries and thinly cutting the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with shredded cabbage.
- Add strawberries, almonds, crispy noodles or croutons, feta cheese, and red onion on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Gently toss everything together until evenly coated, keeping the texture crisp.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Swap feta cheese with goat cheese for a creamier flavor.
- Include dried cranberries for added sweetness.
- Use candied pecans instead of plain nuts for extra crunch and flavor.
- Keep dressing separate until serving to maintain crisp texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
