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Strawberry Feta and Mint Salad

 Strawberry Feta and Mint Salad serves 10-12

This salad is super refreshing and the perfect balance between savory and sweet…the sweet honey homemade dressing is absolutely delicious! 



INGREDIENTS

WHITE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS

⦁ 1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar (or other vinegar of your choice) 

⦁ 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil - light flavor

⦁ 2 tablespoons of honey

⦁ 1 teaspoon salt

⦁ 1 teaspoon pepper

⦁ 2 garlic cloves

⦁ 1 shallot

SALAD INGREDIENTS

⦁ 5 ounces spring salad mix (one container) or lettuce of your choice, cut into bite-sized pieces

 4-5 sage leaves, julienned (optional)

⦁ 5-6 mint leaves, julienned

⦁ fresh strawberries, sliced (8-10 strawberries)

⦁ 1 medium red onion (1 cup thinly sliced)

⦁ 5 ounces crumbled feta cheese

⦁ 1 cup of chopped walnuts


INSTRUCTIONS

salad dressing STEPS

1. Make the vinaigrette by adding the vinaigrette ingredients into a blender.

2. Mix for 30-45 seconds until fully emulsified.  Or, you can put ingredients into a jar; close lid and shake.

SALAD STEPS

1. Put the salad ingredients into a large bowl. 

2. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad.  Mix.

3. Enjoy! Adapted from www.salads4lunch.com 

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