Strawberry Pecan Salad

Why You’ll Love This Salad

Strawberry Pecan Salad is a nice accompaniment to a whole chicken, pork tenderloin, or savory filet mignon. It’s also a healthy alternative to heavier sides, and can stand alone as a vegetarian entree.

But, I think my favorite part of this dish is the luscious strawberry dressing made from ingredients in the salad itself. A blender (ad) full of strawberries, pecans and feta with olive oil, vinegar and sugar creates the most delicious salad dressing I’ve ever tasted. Oh my…it’s amazing!

Another way to serve this salad is to add blueberries and you’ve got a Red, White and Blue Salad for Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day and the 4th of July!

Step by Step Instructions

• Wash and dry romaine lettuce, tear into bite size pieces.
• Place lettuce in a large serving bowl and add mixed greens. Toss.
• Slice strawberries and arrange in middle of the bed of lettuce. Add blueberries if desired.
• Sprinkle feta on top of strawberries, or place it on the sides.
• Add pecans to greens on both sides of strawberries.

How to Make Strawberry Dressing

This homemade strawberry dressing is so good, you’ll be eating it by the spoonful! Here’s what you’ll need…

• strawberries
• tomato-basil feta cheese
• pecans
• olive oil
• apple cider vinegar
• sugar
• dried basil
• salt

Blend the items above in a blender or food processor until creamy. Drizzle over salad and serve!

Serving Suggestions

I like to serve this refreshing salad with Baked Ziti or Chicken Pot Hand Pies. The flavors blend well with most everything, but especially taste great with Tuscan Chicken Pasta and Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake.

When it’s too hot to cook, it’s the perfect time to eat your fruits and veggies. Enjoy this delicious berry salad for lunch, dinner, or even brunch! Take this dish to your neighborhood picnic, or serve it alongside your favorite poultry or beef.