Strawberry Fennel Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette

Strawberry Fennel Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette

During strawberry season I love to enjoy my favorite berry in all shapes and forms. Sometimes I eat them plain, sometimes I make Strawberry Bread. And sometimes, I make this quick and refreshing salad to add a pop of color and fresh flavor to my dinner table. The fennel offers a satisfying crunch, while the sweet strawberries balance the natural saltiness of the Feta cheese. It comes together in just 15 minutes, so it’s perfect for those busy weeknight meals!


Dressing Ingredients:

  • ¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 T. rice wine vinegar
  • 1 t. Dijon mustard
  • ½ t. Italian seasoning
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Salad Ingredients:

  • 2 c. baby spinach, rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 c. baby arugula, rinsed and patted dry
  • 1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly sliced
  • 1 c. strawberries, sliced
  • 4 oz. Feta cheese, crumbled
  • Optional: Sprigs of fresh basil, for garnish

Directions:

  • Prepare dressing by whisking together all ingredients in a glass or other non-reactive bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired. Transfer to a serving container and set aside.
  • Mix the spinach and arugula, arrange on a serving platter and top with sliced fennel, strawberries, and Feta cheese.
  • Serve immediately with chilled salad plates and dressing on the side. Enjoy!

Note: If preferred, toss the spinach and arugula with the salad dressing prior to arranging on the platter.


Strawberry Fennel Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette

Strawberry Fennel Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette

Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Dressing

  • ¼ c extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Salad

  • 2 c baby spinach rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 c baby arugula rinsed and patted dry
  • 1 medium fennel bulb trimmed and thinly sliced
  • 1 c strawberries sliced
  • 4 oz. Feta cheese crumbled
  • Optional: Sprigs of fresh basil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare dressing by whisking together all ingredients in a glass or other non-reactive bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired. Transfer to a serving container and set aside.
  • Mix the spinach and arugula, arrange on a serving platter and top with sliced fennel, strawberries, and Feta cheese.
  • Serve immediately with chilled salad plates and dressing on the side. Enjoy!

Notes

Note: If preferred, toss the spinach and arugula with the salad dressing prior to arranging on the platter.
Keyword fennel, salad, strawberry

Monika

Monika is a mom to 3 little lovebugs. She loves to laugh, write, craft, play and try new DIY projects. She started Life With Lovebugs as a way to share all of her household tips, recipes and playtime activities with other moms.

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