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by Traci · Published: 07/27/2022 · Updated: 06/28/2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

Strawberry Salad

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5 from 26 votes
15 minutes

Strawberry Feta Salad is a mouthwatering spring and summer salad with plump strawberries, lettuce, juicy grapes, dried cranberries, walnuts, and feta cheese in a simple lemon dressing. Easy and elegant!

tossed strawberry salad in wood bowl with wood serving spoons
Table of Contents hide
1) Why we love strawberry salad
2) Ingredient notes
3) How to make this recipe
4) When to make strawberry salad
5) Recipe tips
6) Swaps and variations
7) More salad recipes to love
8) Strawberry Salad with Feta

Why we love strawberry salad

Spring and early summer are peak seasons for strawberries, which is the best time to make a luscious salad with strawberries. This savory and sweet salad is elegant, but easy, and perfect for every occasion, formal or casual.

Strawberry salad is loaded with flavor, texture, and nutrients, and takes minimal effort to make. Fresh, juicy, strawberries are the star, but when combined with juicy grapes, walnuts, dried cranberries, and feta cheese – this salad literally quenches your thirst.

If you love the sweet and savory salads made with fruit and cheese, I'm sure you'll enjoy peach burrata salad and tomato burrata salad. These make excellent brunch recipes when summer produce is at its peak.

Ingredient notes

Salad ingredients

  • lettuce - Any leafy greens will work such as butter lettuce, romaine, spring mix, arugula, spinach, kale, etc.
  • strawberries - The star of the show and best enjoyed during spring and summer.
  • grapes - I love the flavor and color of red grapes, but green grapes are delicious too.
  • walnuts - Plain walnuts add protein and fiber to this salad. You can make candied walnuts too (see recipe card footnotes).
  • dried cranberries - Also called craisins, these add sweetness to the salad.
  • feta cheese - Adds salty and savory flavors that pair well with the sweetness of strawberries and grapes.
strawberry salad ingredients portioned for assembly

Dressing ingredients

  • extra virgin olive oil - Or preferred salad oil.
  • lemon - Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest for extra zingy flavor.
  • honey - Or maple syrup, agave nectar, or preferred sweetener.
  • Dijon - Or classic mustard.
  • sea salt - Add to taste. You may not need any salt since feta cheese tends to be salty – in the most delicious way.
  • black pepper - Add to taste.
strawberry salad dressing ingredients portioned for assembly

How to make this recipe

Combine dressing ingredients in a mixing bowl and whisk while slowly drizzling in olive oil until it's creamy (also called emulsion). Refrigerate dressing until it's time to dress the salad.

strawberry salad dressing ingredients in glass bowl
strawberry salad dressing ingredients are whisked in glass bowl

Add strawberry salad components to a salad serving bowl. You can cover and refrigerate it like this until you're ready to serve. When ready, crumble the feta cheese and get ready for the best part!

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strawberry salad in wood bowl
strawberry salad in wood bowl

Dress the salad with that gorgeous lemon dressing, gently toss, and devour!

dressing is pouring over strawberry salad
tossed strawberry salad in wood bowl with wood serving spoons

When to make strawberry salad

Strawberries are in season from March through August, so I think of this as a a spring and summer salad recipe. Of course, strawberries are available year round. But peak season is arguably the best because that is when strawberries are more plump, juicy, and often on sale.

If you love to cool down with strawberry recipes during summer, you'll enjoy my strawberry frozen yogurt and no-churn berry ice cream. They're both so easy and delicious!

Recipe tips

  • To make ahead, it's best to store salad components separately for optimal freshness.
  • Once strawberry salad is dressed, it's best to enjoy immediately.
  • When dressing this salad, I recommend tossing the lettuce in dressing before adding the toppings to maintain the delicate shape of the fruit.

Swaps and variations

  • Substitute any variety of nuts for walnuts in this salad. Use pecans, macadamia nuts, almonds, etc.
  • Use a combination of leafy greens for more variety and flavor.
  • Swap feta cheese with goat cheese or fresh mozzarella.
  • Use any oil-based dressing such as poppy seed dressing or balsamic vinaigrette.
  • Add shredded chicken to this salad and turn it into a whole meal! Use leftover baked chicken thighs or roasted chicken legs and really stretch those dollars.
strawberry salad in wood bowl

More salad recipes to love

  • Asian Slaw with sesame vinaigrette
  • Greek Chickpea Salad
  • Lemony Chickpea Kale Salad with Avocado
  • Turmeric chickpea Buddha bowl
  • Vegetable Quinoa Salad recipe
strawberry salad in wood bowl

Strawberry Salad with Feta

This Strawberry Salad recipe is a mouthwatering spring and summer salad with lettuce strawberries, grapes, dried cranberries, walnuts, and feta cheese in a simple lemon dressing. Easy and elegant!
5 from 26 votes
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Prep: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 6 1-cup servings
Author: Traci The Kitchen Girl

INGREDIENTS
 

For the Salad:

  • 6 cups Lettuce, any kind
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup Red Grapes, halved
  • ½ cup Walnuts, chopped (or candied walnuts)
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Cranberries, chopped
  • ¼ cup Feta Cheese, crumbled

For the Dressing:

  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 large Lemon, zested and juiced (about ¼ cup)
  • 2 teaspoons Honey, or Maple Syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • Sea Salt, to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large salad bowl, combine LETTUCE, STRAWBERRIES, GRAPES, WALNUTS, CRANBERRIES, and FETA CHEESE. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
    Note: See recipe footnote for candied walnuts instructions.
  • In another mixing bowl, whisk (or blend) OLIVE OIL, LEMON JUICE, LEMON ZEST, HONEY, DIJON, and SALT.
  • Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to serve.
  • To serve, allow vinaigrette to sit at room temperature a few minutes if it's too thick from being chilled. Toss salad with vinaigrette and serve.
Tried this recipe? I'd love your review!Visit the comments below and tell me how it went.

Traci's Recipe Notes

How to make candied walnuts
  1. Place ½ cup WALNUTS and 1 Tbsp SUGAR (white or brown) in a small skillet over medium heat.
  2. Stir the walnuts continuously until the sugar turns into a sticky liquid and coats the walnuts (about 5 minutes).
  3. Remove walnuts from skillet and set on a baking sheet to cool.

Equipment

  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowls
  • Microplane zester / grater to zest lemon
  • salad tongs

NUTRITION

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 419mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 4024IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition data provided as courtesy estimates using unbranded ingredients from a nutrition database. Please consult preferred resource for precise data.

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  1. Shaylee says

    June 02, 2022 at 4:41 pm

    Thanks for the delicious recipe! Do you know if there's any other cheese alternative that would pair well with this other than the feta cheese? I hate feta :/ also, is there anything else you would think sounds good to throw in this by chance? I'm scared to try and ruin it lol

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      June 02, 2022 at 6:07 pm

      Hi Shaylee, yes in fact goat cheese would be my next choice, after that, consider fresh mozzarella, burrata, or shredded Parmesan. As for other ingredients, just about any fresh vegetable will be good. I don't think you'll ruin it. Let me know if you have other questions 🙂

  2. Becky T says

    September 05, 2020 at 4:46 pm

    5 stars
    Excellent! Not 1 complaint from my four children, they were all too busy eating it!!!

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      September 05, 2020 at 6:48 pm

      Well that just made my day Srsly, I love it when the kids sign off on a recipe, and Strawberry Salad is not usually all the kids fav LOL. I like your kids palate's Thanks for the review...much appreciated!

  3. Carrie Robinson says

    May 25, 2020 at 12:26 pm

    5 stars
    I am loving everything about this salad! Especially that vinaigrette dressing. 🙂

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      May 25, 2020 at 1:45 pm

      Thanks so much, Carrie 🙂 Yes, that vinaigrette on strawberry salad makes me crave it!

  4. Dannii says

    May 25, 2020 at 12:17 pm

    5 stars
    What a beautiful salad. Strawberries just add so much flavour don't they.

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      May 25, 2020 at 1:44 pm

      Thanks so much, Dannii! Yes, Strawberry Salad is my favorite way to make a salad not boring 🙂

  5. Terri says

    May 25, 2020 at 11:41 am

    5 stars
    This is one of the most gorgeous salads ever and it just screams summer!

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      May 25, 2020 at 1:43 pm

      Awww thanks so much, Terri ❤️ So glad you think so! Strawberry Salad really does scream summer, doesn't it

  6. Caitlyn Erhardt says

    May 25, 2020 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    This salad is so light, fresh and perfect for summer. Thanks for a wonderful recipe.

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      May 25, 2020 at 10:20 am

      Thanks, Caitlyn! So glad you're enjoying it 🙂

  7. Andrea Metlika says

    May 25, 2020 at 10:06 am

    5 stars
    This salad looks amazing. I love the pairings and the dressing sounds divine.

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      May 25, 2020 at 10:15 am

      Thanks, Andrea! Glad you can enjoy this one 🙂

  8. JB says

    August 05, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    5 stars
    This salad is a winner every time we make it! You nailed the flavors and textures, and it's a perfect way to use strawberries. Thanks Kitchen Girl!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      August 05, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      Thanks so much, JB! I'm so glad you enjoy the salad...and another way to use strawberries 😉

  9. Gloria says

    March 31, 2019 at 5:14 pm

    This salad sounds awesome. My daughter in law has a lemon allergy. Would lime work or what would you recommend as a substitute for lemon. Thank you for your help.

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 31, 2019 at 8:04 pm

      Hi Gloria! Lime would work, but I would probably replace the lemon with balsamic vinegar...equal amounts. That's my other go-to for this salad. Hope you LOVE it! 🙂

  10. Cheryl says

    June 23, 2018 at 10:52 am

    5 stars
    I made a small helping to try this out because I am bringing a salad to my friend's 101st birthday next Saturday. I did not bother to candy the walnuts (although I will next week) and it was still delicious!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      June 24, 2018 at 8:51 am

      Yay thanks Cheryl...and your friend is 101?! Wow, that's incredible...I'm so honored to have my recipe served for the occasion 🙂

  11. Bri says

    April 14, 2018 at 10:09 pm

    5 stars
    Do you use fresh squeezed lemon for the dressing?

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      April 15, 2018 at 9:31 am

      Thanks for asking, Bri. You can totally use either, but I always prefer fresh 😉

  12. Kiki Johnson says

    March 17, 2018 at 3:46 pm

    5 stars
    This salad is simply gorgeous and I love the addition of candied walnuts for a bit of crunch!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 18, 2018 at 8:35 am

      Thanks so much Kiki! Love hearing that...and the walnuts are my favorite topper with fruit and mixed greens 🙂

  13. Kim Beaulieu says

    March 17, 2018 at 2:11 pm

    This looks seriously delicious. I love strawberries in my salad so this is calling my name.

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 18, 2018 at 8:34 am

      Strawberries do that, don't they? Thanks Kim...hope you get to give this one a go 🙂

  14. Amy Nash says

    March 17, 2018 at 1:49 pm

    5 stars
    Love strawberries in salads - you are totally right about it being a thirst quencher salad. It's super refreshing! I've typically gone with a balsamic dressing with similar salads but can't wait to try your lemon one!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 18, 2018 at 8:33 am

      Haha thanks Amy...thirst quencher all the way! And yes, I love a balsamic too, but hope you get to try this with my lemon dressing...you'll love it!

  15. Jenni LeBaron says

    March 17, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    I love homemade dressings. They are so much fresher and more flavorful than store-bought. This looks like a wonderful salad!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 18, 2018 at 8:13 am

      Thanks Jenni! You're so right about them being more flavorful...and fresher 🙂

  16. Noel Lizotte says

    March 17, 2018 at 8:18 am

    5 stars
    such a pretty salad!
    Seems like I eat salad 4 times a week and I"m always looking for ways to mix up my usual toss.

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 17, 2018 at 11:35 am

      Thanks Noel...then you should especially love this one! Hope you'll be able to give it a go 🙂

  17. Ginny says

    March 07, 2018 at 8:52 am

    5 stars
    What a delicious salad. The dressing is delicious on it's own and then to add it to a salad with strawberries makes it special!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 07, 2018 at 12:54 pm

      Thanks so much Ginny...love it that you love the dressing so much 🙂

  18. Christina Shoemaker says

    March 07, 2018 at 8:46 am

    5 stars
    Yum! So many of my very favorite flavors in this gorgeous salad! You're making me crave Spring even more than I already do! Will definitely be making this! <3

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 07, 2018 at 12:54 pm

      I'm right there with you, Christina...can't wait for ALL the spring things! 🙂

  19. Edyta at Innocent Delight says

    March 07, 2018 at 8:14 am

    This salad sounds so good and refreshing. I'm happy that Spring is coming.

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 07, 2018 at 12:55 pm

      Thanks Edyta! Love hearing that...I'm excited for spring too! 🙂

  20. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    March 07, 2018 at 8:13 am

    5 stars
    This is such a beautiful salad! I always love the touch of sweetness that berries add!

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 07, 2018 at 12:56 pm

      Thanks so much Pamela! Love hearing that...and you're so right about berries. I need to eat them in salads more often 🙂

  21. Elizabeth says

    March 07, 2018 at 8:05 am

    5 stars
    Candied walnuts make EVERYTHING delicious! This salad looks so fresh and tasty.

    Reply
    • Traci Antonovich says

      March 07, 2018 at 12:57 pm

      Thanks Elizabeth...couldn't agree more about the candied walnuts. Love them soooo much!

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