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Quick Summer Salad with Berries and Balsamic Glaze

A vibrant and healthy summer salad with berries, spinach, feta, and pecans, finished with a sweet-tart balsamic glaze. Ready in just 15 minutes!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Quick Meals, Salads, Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

Balsamic Glaze
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup honey
Salad
  • 10 oz baby spinach
  • 3 cups strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup pecans toasted and roughly chopped

Method
 

Balsamic Glaze
  1. In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Place over medium heat.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced by about half and coats the back of a spoon, roughly 10 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and pour the glaze into a heatproof bowl. Let it cool completely; it will thicken further as it cools.
Salad Assembly
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, blueberries, and crumbled feta. Toss gently to mix.
  2. Divide the salad evenly among six serving plates or bowls.
  3. Top each portion with the toasted pecans.
  4. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salads and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 5gSugar: 19g

Notes

For a dairy-free version, omit the feta or use a plant-based alternative. Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. The balsamic glaze can be made up to a week ahead and stored in the fridge. Avoid overdressing the salad; the glaze is potent. This salad is best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored without dressing for a day. Add grilled chicken or salmon to turn it into a main course.

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