Description
Apricot Salad with Spinach, Cherries, Pecans, and Feta Cheese is a delightful summer dish that combines vibrant flavors and textures. This refreshing salad features the sweetness of ripe apricots and cherries, complemented by the crunch of pecans and the creamy tang of feta cheese. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal on its own, this nutritious salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with vitamins and antioxidants. It’s quick to prepare and versatile enough to be served as a side or a main dish.
Ingredients
- 5 oz fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups apricots (cored and sliced)
- 2 cups fresh cherries (cored and halved)
- 4 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey (or brown sugar)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together balsamic vinegar and honey in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine fresh baby spinach, sliced apricots, and sliced cherries. Toss gently to mix.
- Add crumbled feta cheese and pecans on top of the salad.
- Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat without bruising the spinach.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg