Strawberry Crunch Salad
A perfect summer salad featuring sweet strawberries, creamy feta, and a satisfying crunch, this dish comes together in minutes and highlights fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Salad Base Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Choose ripe but firm berries
- 1 cup mixed greens or spinach Baby greens hold dressing well
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber Seeded if watery
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Creamy alternative to feta can be goat cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds or granola For crunch; toasted almonds add depth
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced Soak briefly in cold water for milder flavor
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette Store-bought or homemade
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash greens, hull and slice strawberries, chop cucumber, and thinly slice red onion.
Combine Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, strawberries, cucumber, feta, and red onion.
Dress and Toss
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette evenly over the salad and fold gently to coat.
Add Crunch
- Immediately sprinkle the sliced almonds or granola across the top just before serving.
Season and Serve
- Taste and season with salt and black pepper, then serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes if desired.
Notes
Best eaten fresh; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Keep dressing separate to prevent sogginess. Add fresh almonds or granola before serving.