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A vibrant bowl of Grandma's strawberry feta salad with fresh greens and sliced strawberries.

Grandma's Strawberry Feta Salad Recipe: Easy Make-Ahead Summer Side

This refreshing salad combines sweet strawberries with tangy feta cheese, making it a perfect summer side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • mixed salad greens optional, for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped basil leaves.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring that the strawberries and feta are well coated.
  4. Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss again and serve it over a bed of mixed salad greens if desired.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.