Crunchy Strawberry Romaine Feta Salad (Print version)
Crisp romaine meets juicy strawberries, tangy feta, and toasted almonds in this vibrant 15-minute salad.
# What you need:
→ Salad Components
01 - 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
02 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
04 - ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - ½ cup sliced almonds, toasted
06 - ½ cup cucumber, diced (optional)
→ Balsamic Vinaigrette
07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon honey
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Place chopped romaine lettuce, sliced strawberries, red onion, cucumber (if using), and half of the toasted almonds in a large salad bowl.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until fully emulsified and smooth.
03 - Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette evenly over the salad mixture. Toss gently with salad tongs to coat all ingredients without crushing the strawberries or lettuce.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and remaining toasted almonds over the dressed salad. Serve immediately while almonds retain their crunch and lettuce stays crisp.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The sweet strawberries and salty feta create that perfect flavor balance everyone craves
- It comes together in fifteen minutes but looks like something from a restaurant
02 -
- Dress this salad right before serving or the romaine will start to wilt and lose that perfect crunch
- The feta works best when it is cold from the fridge, it holds its shape better when you toss the salad
03 -
- Pat your strawberries dry after washing so the dressing clings better
- Let the dressed salad sit for just two minutes before serving, the flavors really come alive