Strawberry Arugula Salad Celebrates Spring Flavors

This composed salad features fresh strawberries, peppery arugula, and a zesty balsamic vinaigrette.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:20pm

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A delightful spring salad featuring fresh strawberries, baby arugula, crumbled feta, chopped walnuts, and diced avocado, all tossed in a homemade balsamic vinaigrette dressing. The elegant presentation and balance of flavors make this salad a standout dish.

Why it matters

This salad showcases the best of spring produce, highlighting the peak season for fresh strawberries and arugula. It offers a light, flavorful, and visually appealing option for Easter meals, spring gatherings, or any occasion when you want to celebrate the bounty of the season.

The details

The salad is built in layers, with the arugula first tossed in a few tablespoons of the balsamic vinaigrette. The remaining ingredients - strawberries, feta, walnuts, avocado, and red onion - are then tossed with a bit more dressing and arranged over the greens. A small amount of each ingredient is reserved to use as a garnish, adding a polished finish to the presentation.

  • Fresh strawberries are at their peak for the next month or two.
  • Spring is the season to enjoy the best arugula.

The players

Sarah Nasello

The author of the recipe and a contributor to the Bemidji Pioneer newspaper.

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What they’re saying

“You're going to have to make this again.”

— Sarah Nasello's husband

The takeaway

This Strawberry Arugula Salad is a delightful way to celebrate the vibrant flavors of spring. The balance of sweet strawberries, peppery arugula, salty feta, and crunchy walnuts, all dressed in a zesty balsamic vinaigrette, creates a salad that is both visually appealing and bursting with seasonal taste.