Description
A bright and refreshing spring salad combining sweet fruit, creamy avocado, crunchy candied pecans, and tangy feta tossed with a simple balsamic herb dressing. Perfect for Easter or any warm-weather meal.
Ingredients
- Candied pecans (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 fresh peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
- 1 fresh avocado, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 4 cups assorted leafy greens
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 garlic clove, minced very fine
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp mustard powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, parsley, sour cream, minced garlic, olive oil, mustard powder, salt, and sugar until smooth and well combined.
2. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed.
3. In a large salad bowl, combine leafy greens, sliced peaches, diced avocado, strawberries, candied pecans, and crumbled feta cheese.
4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad.
5. Gently toss everything together using tongs until the ingredients are evenly coated.
6. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
Notes
Use ripe but firm peaches so they hold their shape in the salad.
If preparing ahead, add the avocado and dressing just before serving to prevent browning.
Homemade candied pecans add extra flavor but store-bought work perfectly for a quick recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg