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Published May 5, 2019. By Alyssa Brantley 20 Comments

Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Dressing

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overhead image of strawberry salad in a round white serving bowl with red and white linen

This easy salad recipe combines fresh strawberries, pecans, avocado, and red onion on a bed of arugula with a simple Balsamic dressing. A stunning Strawberry Salad that looks like it came from a restaurant but only takes 10 minutes to get on the table! Recipe created in partnership with Tastefully Simple, Inc. 

white bowl with strawberry salad and jar of balsamic dressing next to wood serving spoons and red linen

Spring is here and it’s amazing! Fresh strawberries and arugula in the market and green everywhere we turn!

This is the season of plants coming alive and the unofficial start of salad recipe season.

When it comes to easy salads, this strawberry salad reigns supreme. Loaded with a colorful mix of healthy ingredients and on the table in just under 10 minutes, it’s hard to beat.

ingredients to make strawberry salad spread out on a cutting board

STRAWBERRY SALAD INGREDIENTS

  • Arugula (can sub baby spinach)
  • Fresh Strawberries
  • Whole Raw Pecans (can sub toasted pecans)
  • Ripe Avocado
  • Red Onion
  • Tastefully Simple Avocado Oil
  • Tastefully Simple Aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

One of the tricks to making this salad is to soak the sliced red onion in cold water for 5 to 10 minutes while you prepare everything else. This takes the “bite” out of the onion and allows the red onion to add flavor and texture without that forward spicy bite that can dominate all of the other delicate ingredients.

sliced red onion soaking in cold water

Then, assemble the salad and make a simple homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette. The dressing is really what brings this Strawberry Salad together. It’s very simple but it’s all about quality.

The shining star is the Aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena from Tastefully Simple. This is no-joke one of the best tasting Balsamic Vinegar I’ve ever tried. It’s thick, rich and the flavor is super-condensed with the perfect balance of sweet and tart.

strawberry salad in a white serving bowl with balsamic dressing in a glass jar

Let’s get to it! I can’t wait to hear what you think of this easy strawberry salad!

My whole family loves it and it’s quickly become a weekly thing around here. I even brought it to Easter and shared it with my husband’s family at our Easter Brunch!

MORE EASY SALAD RECIPES:

  • Arugula Salad with Lemon Balsamic
  • Watercress Salad with Avocado
  • Poached Shrimp Salad
  • Low Carb Nicoise Salad
  • BLT Salad
  • Salmon Chopped Salad (from Cookin Canuck)

Did you make this recipe? Please give it a star rating below!

Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Dressing
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
 

This easy salad recipe combines fresh strawberries, pecans, avocado, and red onion on a bed of arugula with a simple Balsamic dressing. A stunning Strawberry Salad that looks like it came from a restaurant but only takes 10 minutes to get on the table!

Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy salad recipe, strawberry avocado salad, strawberry salad recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 274 kcal
Author: Alyssa Brantley
5 from 9 votes
close up of plated strawberry salad with red linen and balsamic dressing
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Ingredients
SALAD:
  • 4 ounces arugula
  • 1 large avocado pitted, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 12 medium strawberries hulled and sliced from top to bottom
  • 1/4 cup raw pecans
  • 2 Tablespoons red onion soaked in cold water for 10 minutes
DRESSING:
  • 4 Tablespoons Tastefully Simple Avocado Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Tastefully Simple Aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
PREP:
  1. Begin by peeling the red onion and slicing into thin, bite-sized pieces. Place in a small bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside and prepare remaining ingredients.

  2. Slice avocado in half from stem to bottom. Remove pit and gently peel off the skin. Place cut side down and gently slice.

  3. Hull strawberries, wash, gently dry, and slice from top to bottom into ⅛” slices.

  4. After 8 to 10 minutes, drain the red onion and pat dry.

  5. Combine dressing ingredients in a small glass jar with a lid. Close the lid and vigorously shake until well combined.

ASSEMBLE:
  1. Layer arugula in a salad bowl. 

    Top with sliced avocado, strawberries, pecans and drained red onion pieces.

    Drizzle balsamic dressing over, serve immediately and Enjoy!

Recipe Video

NOTES:
  • You can sub Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Avocado Oil - just make sure it is super high quality.
  • Roasted Pecans or Candied Pecans also work really well - just be sure to adjust the nutritional information to accommodate for the additional ingredients. And, if using packaged, read the labels carefully!
  • You can make the dressing up to four days in advance. Keep refrigerated in a glass jar with a lid.
Nutrition Facts
Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Dressing
Amount Per Serving (0.25 finished dish)
Calories 274 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Sodium 304mg13%
Potassium 437mg12%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 745IU15%
Vitamin C 30.9mg37%
Calcium 61mg6%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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overhead view of strawberry salad with avocado, pecans and red onion on a bed of arugula

DISCLOSURE:  This post is part of a series of posts sponsored by Tastefully Simple. Tastefully Simple has compensated me for my time to develop this recipe. Thank you for supporting the brands that make EverydayMaven possible. All opinions are my own.

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Comments

  1. Jane Saunders says

    June 13, 2019 at 4:48 am

    I love strawberries and balsamic for a simple dessert but I’ve never thought to include them in a salad – genius. My whole family loved this and we are making it again this weekend for a party!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      June 15, 2019 at 10:28 am

      Yay! So happy to hear this Jane!

      Reply
  2. Shiho says

    June 13, 2019 at 4:29 am

    I had never tried balsamic and strawberry together until this recipe! What a great combination of flavour. We all loved it!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      June 15, 2019 at 10:28 am

      Fantastic Shiho! Thanks for the comment!

      Reply
  3. Liren | Kitchen Confidante says

    May 9, 2019 at 7:47 pm

    Strawberries and balsamic are a classic pairing – what a great salad!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:19 pm

      Thanks Liren!

      Reply
  4. Sommer says

    May 9, 2019 at 9:09 am

    Love balsamic and strawberries together and this was perfection!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:18 pm

      Thank you so much! Glad you liked it 🙂

      Reply
  5. Tanya Schroeder says

    May 8, 2019 at 3:34 pm

    Such a great recipe, that dressing was the best!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:18 pm

      Thanks Tanya!!

      Reply
  6. Liz says

    May 8, 2019 at 3:30 pm

    I bought some gorgeous berries a few days ago and making your salad was at the top of my list! It was fantastic and so easy!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:18 pm

      That’s perfect Liz!

      Reply
  7. Julie says

    May 8, 2019 at 11:36 am

    I love strawberry salads and this one was spot on. And, you weren’t joking when you said under 10 minutes. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:17 pm

      So quick and easy Julie!!

      Reply
  8. Becky Hardin says

    May 8, 2019 at 11:03 am

    This was perfect for lunch – we all loved it!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:17 pm

      That’s the best feedback! Thanks for commenting Becky!

      Reply
  9. Sheryl says

    May 7, 2019 at 2:17 pm

    Wow! Just had this for lunch and it did not disappoint. What a lovely recipe!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 7, 2019 at 2:18 pm

      Yay!! Perfect lunch Sheryl. So glad you loved it and thanks for taking the time to let me know!

      Reply
  10. Christine says

    May 6, 2019 at 1:12 pm

    Thanks for sharing this recipe with me before you published it! I made this for Easter and it was FANTASTIC! Even the kids ate it. Such a good combination of flavors!!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      May 7, 2019 at 11:21 am

      You are so welcome Christine!!! So glad you and your fam loved it!

      Reply

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