Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad with Walnuts
	
		Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad with Walnuts is a vibrant, healthy dish featuring sweet strawberries, crisp baby spinach, and crunchy walnuts. Tossed in a light vinaigrette, it’s perfect as a refreshing side or a light meal on warm days.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Mariem
 
							- Prep Time: 10 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 0 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 10 minutes
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Salad
 
							- Method: No Cook
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 6 cups baby spinach
 
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
 
- 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
 
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
 
- 1/4 cup feta cheese or goat cheese (optional)
 
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
 
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
 
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
 
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
 
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, sliced strawberries, walnuts, red onion, and cheese if using.
 
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.
 
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
 
- Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
 
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet for extra crunch and flavor.
 
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more filling meal.
 
- Use baby arugula or mixed greens instead of spinach if preferred.
 
- Dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1/4 of salad
 
							- Calories: 210
 
							- Sugar: 8g
 
							- Sodium: 180mg
 
							- Fat: 17g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 3g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 11g
 
							- Fiber: 3g
 
							- Protein: 4g
 
							- Cholesterol: 5mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: strawberry spinach salad, fresh summer salad, walnut salad, balsamic vinaigrette, healthy greens