Strawberry Cucumber Feta Salad
A refreshing and colorful salad featuring ripe strawberries, crunchy cucumber, and creamy feta, topped with a honey lemon dressing.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens Using mixed greens is great, but substitute with your favorite leafy greens.
- 1.5 cups sliced strawberries Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best sweetness.
- 1 English cucumber thinly sliced cucumber
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese Can be swapped for goat cheese or dairy-free alternative.
- 0.25 cup toasted almonds Toast lightly for enhanced flavor.
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey Maple syrup or agave nectar can be used as alternatives.
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste Start with a pinch of salt.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, thinly sliced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted almonds.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Just before serving, drizzle the honey lemon dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently to combine, keeping the strawberries whole for an attractive presentation.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
Store salad components separately in airtight containers. The dressed salad is best eaten right away, but the greens and toppings can last up to a day in the fridge if stored separately.