Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans
Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans is a refreshing blend of vibrant flavors and textures that will invigorate your meals. This delightful salad features crisp baby spinach, sweet strawberries, juicy blueberries, and crunchy toasted pecans, all drizzled with a light balsamic dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a healthy side dish, it’s quick to prepare and visually stunning—making it a favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- ½ cup pecans, toasted
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Wash the spinach thoroughly and dry it using a salad spinner or paper towels.
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and honey.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, blueberries, red onion, and toasted pecans. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg