Strawberry Basil Salad with Spinach and Feta Cheese
This Strawberry Basil Salad is a fresh and flavorful blend of sweet strawberries, peppery arugula, and creamy feta, all tossed with a homemade strawberry honey vinaigrette. Caramelized walnuts add the perfect crunch, making this salad a delicious choice for any meal. Light, refreshing, and easy to make—perfect for spring and summer dining!
Equipment
- 1 cutting board
- 1 knife
- 1 small saucepan
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- Parchment Paper
- 1 blender or food processor A lidded glass jar will work as well.
- measuring spoons and cups
- 1 salad serving bowl or plate
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, quartered
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups arugula mix lettuce
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup walnuts
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp butter
Strawberry Honey Vinaigrette Dressing
- 4-5 strawberries
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp grain mustard
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the strawberries. Wash and dry the spinach and arugula mix.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar and butter with the walnuts until it caramelizes. Stir to coat them evenly. Continue stirring for five minutes until the sugar dissoves. Transfer tthewalnuts quickly to a parchment-lined surface to cool, then chop into smaller pieces.
- In a blender, combine strawberries, balsamic vinegar, grain mustard, honey, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed. (I have also made this by shaking the ingredients vigorously in a glass jar.)
- Arrange the spinach and arugula on a serving plate.Top with strawberries, torn basil, caramelized walnuts, and crumbled feta.Drizzle with the strawberry honey vinaigrette and finish with a few grinds of black pepper.