Summer Strawberry Avocado Crunch Salad

Mixed greens with strawberries, avocado, walnuts, feta and chicken or chickpeas in a honey-balsamic dressing. A satisfying warm-weather salad.

  • 2 servings
  • Prep 15 min
  • Ready in 15 min
  • About 29 g protein
A plate of spinach salad with sliced strawberries, crumbled cheese, red onion and nuts

Here's a vibrant, tasty salad recipe that's nutrient-dense, satisfying, and perfect for warm weather — with a balance of healthy fats, fiber, and protein.

Extra Tips

  • Add cooked quinoa or farro for extra fiber.
  • Swap strawberries for blueberries or peaches if you prefer.
  • Add fresh mint or basil for a fragrant twist.

— Kristen

Ingredients

Nutrition per serving

Calories
500
Protein
29 g

Serving: 1/2 of the recipe. Estimated from USDA values for the ingredients listed, so your numbers will vary with the brands you use.

Instructions

  1. Shake or whisk the dressing ingredients together until creamy.
  2. In a large bowl, layer the greens, strawberries, avocado, red onion, walnuts, and cheese.
  3. Add your protein of choice (grilled chicken or chickpeas).
  4. Drizzle with the honey-balsamic dressing.
  5. Toss gently just before serving.
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