Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Strawberry Pecan Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for summer days. This salad combines juicy strawberries, crunchy pecans, and creamy feta cheese, creating a delightful medley that excites the palate. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this nutritious and colorful salad that’s ideal for picnics, barbecues, or casual lunches. Its eye-catching presentation and versatile serving options make it a guaranteed hit at any gathering. Whether enjoyed as a light main course topped with grilled chicken or as a side to your favorite grilled meats, this salad is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head red romaine lettuce
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 pint strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup tomato-basil feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 6 whole strawberries (for dressing)
- 1/4 cup tomato-basil feta cheese (for dressing)
- 1/4 cup pecans (for dressing)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. dried basil
- 1/4 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Wash red romaine and mixed greens; spin dry.
- Slice strawberries after removing caps; reserve six for garnish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine lettuce, mixed greens, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped pecans; toss gently.
- Prepare dressing by blending reserved strawberries with feta cheese, pecans, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, dried basil, and salt until smooth.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately on a platter or in individual bowls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg