Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Strawberry Pecan Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the crunchy texture of pecans. This refreshing salad is not only visually appealing with its bright colors but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for summer picnics, barbecues, or light lunches. It comes together in just 20 minutes, allowing you to whip it up effortlessly for any occasion. Garnished with whole strawberries and tossed in a simple homemade dressing, this salad will impress your guests while providing a nutritious boost to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head red romaine lettuce
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 pint strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup tomato-basil feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. dried basil
- 1/4 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Wash and dry the red romaine and mixed greens. Tear into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- Slice the strawberries and add them to the bowl.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped pecans over the greens.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, dried basil, and salt until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- Garnish with whole strawberries before serving. Chill for 15 minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg