Strawberry Avocado Salad
Indulge in the essence of summer with this vibrant Strawberry Avocado Salad. Bursting with fresh flavors and textures, this dish features a delightful mix of crisp spring greens, juicy strawberries, creamy avocado, and crunchy pecans, all beautifully dressed in a light poppy seed dressing. Perfect for backyard barbecues, picnic outings, or a quick healthy lunch at home, this salad is not just a meal; it’s an experience that celebrates the season’s bounty. Each bite delivers a refreshing combination of sweetness and tanginess that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups spring mix salad greens
- 3 cups strawberries, quartered or sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (or vegan feta)
- 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup poppy seed dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 tablespoon poppy seeds
- Pinch of salt and pepper (or more to taste)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl or serving dish, layer the spring mix salad greens as the base.
- Add the quartered strawberries on top of the greens.
- Gently place the diced avocado and sprinkle crumbled feta over the strawberries.
- Toss in the chopped pecans for added crunch.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately to enjoy optimum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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