Strawberry Salad with Mixed Greens, Pecans and Feta
This strawberry salad with mixed greens, pecans and feta is bursting with flavor! It has a perfect flavor balance, with sweetness from the strawberries, saltiness from the feta, and a lovely acidity from the vinaigrette. For an extra kick, try adding optional quick pickled shallots!
Optional: 1/4 cup quick pickled shallots (see notes)
Fresh ground black pepper for serving
Stone Ground Mustard Vinaigrette
2tablespoonssherry vinegar (red wine vinegar may be substituted; see notes)
2tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
1/2 - 1teaspoonhoney
1teaspoonstone ground mustard
1/8teaspoonkosher salt,or to taste
1/8teaspoonground black pepper,or to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the spring mix, strawberries, pecans, feta cheese, and quick pickled shallots, if using.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sherry vinegar, olive oil, honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust flavors if desired.
Add about 1/2 to 3/4 of the dressing to the salad ingredients and gently toss until evenly combined. Taste and add the remaining dressing, if desired.
Divide between 4 salad plates. Top each with some freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately
Notes
Vinegar Substitution: If using red wine vinegar, start by adding 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 tablespoons. You may want to add more, but it can have a stronger flavor than sherry vinegar.For an extra kick, try adding these quick pickled shallots to the recipe!Quick Pickled Shallots
1 medium shallot, sliced thin
3/4 cup white wine vinegar or distilled vinegar
3/4 teaspoon granulated sugar, honey, or agave nectar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Using a medium saucepan or kettle, boil 3 cups of water. Place the shallots in a colander. Once the water is boiling, pour evenly over the shallots and drain.
Place the vinegar, salt and sugar in a jar with a tight fitting lid, stirring to dissolve. Add the shallots, cover, and set aside for at least 30 minutes.
Store in an airtight container in the pickling liquid. Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for several weeks.