Fresh Strawberry Avocado Salad with Zesty Citrus Vinaigrette
A refreshing and satisfying summer salad combining sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, and a bright citrus vinaigrette. Perfect for quick meals, gatherings, and warm weather dining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (can substitute goat cheese or omit for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: chopped fresh mint or basil leaves
Instructions
- Rinse 2 cups of fresh strawberries under cold water, hull and slice them into thin pieces. Set aside.
- Carefully peel and pit 2 medium ripe avocados. Cut into roughly 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl to prevent browning.
- Thinly slice 1 small red onion into half-moons. For milder flavor, soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain well.
- Rinse and dry 4 cups of baby spinach or mixed greens thoroughly.
- In a small bowl or jar, combine 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, and ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified and slightly thickened.
- In a large bowl, gently combine the greens, sliced strawberries, diced avocado, and red onion. Pour the vinaigrette over the top.
- Using salad tongs or two large spoons, gently toss the salad just until everything is coated, avoiding overmixing to keep avocado cubes intact.
- Sprinkle ½ cup crumbled feta cheese over the salad. Garnish with chopped fresh mint or basil leaves if desired. Give a gentle final toss.
- Serve immediately for best freshness. Refrigerate for up to 1 hour if needed, tossing gently before serving.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushy texture. Whisk vinaigrette well to emulsify. Avoid overdressing the salad to keep avocado intact. Freshly squeeze citrus juices for best flavor. Prepare components separately if making ahead to prevent browning and sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 4
Keywords: strawberry salad, avocado salad, citrus vinaigrette, summer salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, gluten-free salad