Fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced, this strawberry walnut salad combines sweet berries, crunchy nuts, creamy feta, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette. It’s light enough for lunch but elegant enough for entertaining.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 5–6 cups mixed greens (spring mix or field greens)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup walnuts or candied walnuts
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
For the strawberry walnut vinaigrette
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon strawberry jam or preserves
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Add mixed greens to a large salad bowl or serving plate.
- Top with sliced strawberries, walnuts, feta, and red onion.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, strawberry jam, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
- Toss lightly and serve immediately.
Optional Add-Ins
- Grilled chicken or salmon
- Goat cheese instead of feta
- Avocado slices
- Pecans instead of walnuts
Serving Tips
- Serve chilled for the freshest flavor
- Add dressing slowly so the greens don’t get weighed down
- Perfect as a side for brunch, lunch, or dinner
