This Keto Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans Feta and Balsamic Glaze has savory elements and a glossy texture. We prepare this spinach salad with strawberries, olive oil, baby spinach, pecans, blueberries, balsamic glaze, apple cider vinegar, salt, feta cheese, black pepper, and Dijon mustard. This spinach salad contains 220 calories and six grams of net carbs. We make this spinach salad in just fifteen minutes. This Keto Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans Feta and Balsamic Glaze is ideal for appetizers, busy days, sides, morning meals, special occasions, activities, lunches, short events, get-togethers, parties, functions, and dinners. We do not advise preserving this spinach salad, as the fresh greens and berries will lose their texture. But you can prepare this salad earlier, as it refrigerates nicely for 2 days. You can serve this spinach salad with Garlic Butter Shrimp, Grilled Lamb, or Tuna Salad.
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STATS:
- Course: Salad, Side Dish
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Cook time: 5 minutes
- Portion size: 1 bowl
- Cooking mode: No-cook
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 15 minutes
TOOLS:
- Mixing bowl
- Small skillet
- Salad tongs
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 cups baby spinach
- ½ cup Strawberries
- ¼ cup Blueberries
- ½ cup Feta cheese
- ½ cup Pecans
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Balsamic glaze
- Black pepper
- 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SPINACH:
- We have to use spinach, as it will give a tender texture and mild flavors. As a replacement, you can use kale, romaine lettuce, or arugula.
PECANS:
- These pecans will provide a buttery taste and nutritious fats to this salad. Substitute them with hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, walnuts, or almonds.
FETA CHEESE:
- We use feta cheese, which will create a silky texture and give a savory flavor. As an alternative, we can use shredded mozzarella, goat cheese, or blue cheese.
BALSAMIC GLAZE:
- Balsamic glaze delivers a tarty flavor and rich texture for this spinach salad. Swap it with a mix of apple cider vinegar with a keto sweetener or reduced balsamic vinegar.
OLIVE OIL:
- You may utilize olive oil, as it will enrich the flavors and make this salad flavorful. In place of it, use MCT, Avocado, or walnut oil.
DIJON MUSTARD:
- Use Dijon mustard to provide a deep and strong flavor for this side dish. We can switch it out with yellow, Whole grain, or spicy brown mustard.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We slowly heat the pan and toast the pecans till aromatic, for about five minutes, and then cool them.
- Properly rinse and dry the spinach and put it in a dish.
- Include crumbled feta cheese, sliced strawberries, toasted pecans, and blueberries in a spinach salad.
- Stir the apple cider vinegar, pepper, olive oil, Dijon mustard, balsamic glaze, and salt in a dish.
- Spread the dressing on the salad and carefully mix it till all the elements are uniformly coated.
- Put it in a serving vessel and then eat.
TIPS:
- We utilize refrigerated components to get a fresh taste.
- Always put the dressing in first and then serve to avoid soggy greens.
- Adjust the amount of berry for a balanced sweet taste.
- You can use toasted nuts, which improves the flavors.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEINS:
- Grilled Chicken
- Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Seared Salmon
SIDE DISH:
- Keto Steak
- Roasted Chicken
- Grilled Lamb
LUNCHES:
- Avocado
- Egg Salad
- Tuna Salad
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this undressed salad in a tight box and stock it for just 2 days.
FREEZER:
- We do not suggest storing this spinach salad because the berries and fresh greens will lose their texture.
FAQs:
May I prepare this spinach salad earlier?
- Yes, you can make this spinach salad earlier because it chills perfectly for only two days.
Can I include proteins?
- Yes, you can use tofu, eggs, or chicken.
Will I include frozen berries?
- Yes, you can use the frozen berries, although defrost them first. But using fresh berries will give a perfect texture.
Can we prepare this spinach salad without dairy?
- Yes, you can utilize vegan replacements or skip the feta cheese to make this salad dairy-free.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 220 kcal
Sodium: 320 mg
Net carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 4 g
Fats: 18 g
Proteins: 6 g
Portion Size: 1.5 cups
Total carbs: 9 g