Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado

This strawberry spinach salad is loaded with fresh summer flavor from sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, feta cheese, red onion, toasted almonds, and pistachios, all finished with a strawberry balsamic vinaigrette. The combination of sweet, tangy, crunchy, and creamy textures makes it one of those fresh summer recipes that works perfectly for lunch or as an easy side dish.

The fresh strawberries pair beautifully with the spinach and creamy feta, while the toasted nuts add plenty of crunch in every bite. The homemade balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together with a bright, slightly sweet flavor that complements the fresh ingredients perfectly.

This salad is especially popular during strawberry season and pairs wonderfully with grilled burgers, chicken sausages, and other summer favorites. It’s the kind of salad that feels light and refreshing while still bringing plenty of flavor and texture to the table.

Most of the ingredients can easily be prepared ahead of time, making this salad convenient for gatherings or busy days. For the freshest texture, it’s best to wait to add the dressing until right before serving since the spinach can absorb moisture fairly quickly.

The avocado stays fresh for a couple of days thanks to the acidity from the balsamic dressing, and an extra squeeze of lemon juice can help keep it looking fresh even longer if preparing the salad ahead of time.

Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado

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The best salad recipe ! Healthy summer strawberry spinach salad with avocado, toasted almonds, feta, pistachios, red onion and drizzled with a flavorful strawberry balsamic vinaigrette.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes

Total Time 22 minutes

Ingredients

For the salad:

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• 1 package (5 ounces) organic spinach
• 8 ounces strawberries, halved (about 2 cups halved strawberries)
• 1 large avocado, sliced
• ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
• ½ cup feta crumbles
• ⅓ cup raw sliced almonds
• ¼ cup chopped shelled roasted pistachios

For the balsamic strawberry vinaigrette:

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• 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1/2 tablespoon strawberry jam
• Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Add all of the dressing ingredients to a mason jar or small bowl. Shake or whisk until well combined, then taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
2. To toast the almonds, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook for 2–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from the heat and let cool.
3. Arrange the spinach in a large serving bowl, then top with strawberries, avocado, red onion, feta, toasted almonds, and chopped pistachios.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, or serve it on the side for individual portions. Finish with extra toasted almonds if desired. Serves 4.

Notes

• This salad is best served fresh the day it’s made, but leftovers can still be enjoyed the next day.
• If strawberries aren’t available, you can substitute them with blueberries, peaches, raspberries, or blackberries.
• For the dressing, feel free to customize the fruity balsamic vinaigrette with your favorite jam. Raspberry, strawberry, or blackberry jam all work well and add a fun variation to the flavor.

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