Summer Strawberry Salad

As the temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, there's no better time to enjoy the refreshing flavors of a Summer Strawberry Salad. This vibrant dish is the epitome of seasonal eating, combining the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the crispness of leafy greens and the tanginess of a zesty dressing. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish at a backyard barbecue, this salad is a celebration of the bountiful produce that thrives during the summer months.

Summer Strawberry Salad
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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

4

Ingredients

1 ½ cups walnut pieces
1 pint strawberries, quartered
1 (10 ounce) bag iceberg salad
1 (5 ounce) bag baby spinach
1 (4 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
1 small red onion, thinly sliced into rings
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread walnuts on a baking sheet.

Step 2

Toast in preheated oven until walnuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Toss toasted walnuts, strawberries, iceberg lettuce, baby spinach, feta cheese, red onion, and black pepper together in a large bowl.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

423

Calories

36g

Fat

19g

Carbs

13g

Protein

Complement

The star of this salad is, of course, the succulent strawberries that are at their peak of ripeness during the summer. Their juicy, sweet flavor pairs perfectly with the peppery bite of arugula or the crispness of romaine lettuce. Tossed with a simple vinaigrette or a creamy poppy seed dressing, the strawberries add a burst of color and a burst of flavor to every bite. And with the addition of other seasonal ingredients like toasted nuts, crumbled cheese, or avocado, this Summer Strawberry Salad is a delightful way to savor the tastes of the season.