Salads
Strawberry, Spinach & Feta Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
A bright, balanced salad that hits sweet, salty, peppery, and crunchy in every forkful.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
Serves
4
By Aisha Khan · Published January 25, 2025
When strawberries are at their peak, this is the salad that earns a spot on the table again and again. The honey vinaigrette ties the peppery spinach, juicy berries, briny feta, and toasted almonds into something that feels far more composed than the five minutes it takes to throw together.
Why you'll love this recipe
- ✦Ready in 10 minutes with no cooking.
- ✦Holds up beautifully for lunches — just dress it right before eating.
- ✦Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 150 g baby spinach
- 300 g strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 100 g feta, crumbled
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
For the honey vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Whisk all the vinaigrette ingredients in a small jar until emulsified. Taste and adjust the honey or vinegar to balance.
- 2
Pile the spinach into a wide shallow bowl. Scatter the strawberries, feta, and toasted almonds over the top.
- 3
Drizzle with about two-thirds of the dressing and toss gently. Add more dressing as needed and serve immediately.
Recipe tips from my kitchen
- ✓Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes — it makes a huge flavor difference.
- ✓For a heartier salad, add grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa.
- ✓Use a block of feta and crumble it yourself for the best creamy texture.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
260
Protein
7 g
Carbs
16 g
Fat
20 g
Nutrition is an estimate and may vary based on brands and substitutions.
