Description
A refreshing and colorful summer salad combining the sweetness of strawberries with the tanginess of cherry tomatoes, all brought together with a balsamic glaze and fresh basil. This vegetarian dish is perfect for light lunches or as a side to grilled mains.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine strawberries, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then gently toss to coat.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add fresh basil and toss lightly again.
- Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle with crumbled feta if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or crusty bread.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta or use a plant-based alternative.
- You can add arugula or baby spinach for extra greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
