Summer Strawberry Salad with Feta
Ingredients
- 1 lbstrawberries
hulled and sliced
- ¼ cextra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbspbalsamic vinegar
- 1 tbspchopped shallot
- 1 tbspfresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsphoney
or maple syrup
- ½ tspsalt
- to tastefreshly ground black pepper
- 8 ozarugula or spinach greens
or a 50/50 mixture
- ½ citalian parsley leaves or basil leaves
tender stems are okay
- 1 csliced cucumber
english seedless or persian cucumber preferred
- 1 ccherry tomatoes
sliced in half
- ¼ csliced red onion
- ½ ccrumbled feta cheese
Directions
Make the dressing
- 1
Combine ½ cup of the sliced strawberries with ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon chopped shallot, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ teaspoon salt and black pepper in a blender or small food processor until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Make the salad
- 1
Put the arugula and spinach in a large salad bowl or a large serving platter. Top with the remaining strawberries, parsley leaves, 1 cup sliced cucumber, sliced cherry tomatoes, ¼ cup sliced red onion and ½ cup crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the dressing and toss together gently. Serve the salad with additional dressing on the side.
Summer Strawberry Salad with Feta
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, fresh dish that captures the essence of the season? This easy Summer Strawberry Salad with Feta is your answer, bringing together sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in a beautiful presentation perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknights to elegant brunch spreads.
What truly sets this strawberry salad apart is its unique, naturally-sweet vinaigrette. Crafted from a puree of fresh strawberries blended with bright balsamic vinegar, it offers a depth of flavor that a simple dressing can't match. This thoughtful detail ensures every forkful is a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory, elevating humble garden ingredients into something truly special.
Prepare for a delightful interplay of textures and tastes with this refreshing summer salad. You'll savor the peppery bite of fresh arugula (or the milder gentleness of spinach), the juicy burst of ripe, sliced strawberries and halved cherry tomatoes, and the crisp coolness of sliced cucumber. Crumbled feta cheese adds a salty, creamy counterpoint that beautifully complements the sweetness of the fruit, all brought together by that irresistible, subtly sweet balsamic-strawberry dressing. It's a light, yet satisfying dish that feels gourmet but comes together with impressive ease, making it a perfect choice for a quick, healthy meal. Each generous serving provides 245 calories.
This versatile strawberry feta salad welcomes your personal touch. Feel free to swap arugula for all spinach greens, or use a 50/50 mix based on your preference. If honey isn't your choice, maple syrup makes a perfect alternative in the vinaigrette, maintaining that touch of natural sweetness. For herbs, either fresh Italian parsley or fragrant basil leaves will complement the flavors beautifully. If you prefer a milder onion flavor, you can always skip the sliced red onion or soak it briefly in cold water before adding it to the salad.
This beautiful summer salad is ideal for a sunny brunch, a light lunch, or as an elegant side dish for any gathering. Its vibrant colors and fresh flavors make it a stunning centerpiece, especially when served alongside grilled chicken, a simple quiche, or as part of a larger al fresco meal.