Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Strawberry Avocado Salad, a delightful fusion of sweet strawberries and creamy avocado served on a bed of crisp mixed greens. Topped with crumbled feta and toasted pecans, this salad is drizzled with a homemade honey-mustard dressing that perfectly balances tanginess and sweetness. Ideal for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a colorful side dish at gatherings, this refreshing salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a nutritious boost. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it’s sure to become a favorite for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups spring mix salad greens
- 3 cups strawberries (quartered or sliced)
- 2 avocados (diced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
- 1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast the pecans in a large skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, strawberries, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pecans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red apple vinegar, honey (if using), poppy seeds, ground mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg