Strawberry Avocado Salad: The Summer Vibes Only!

Are you, like, super tired of the same ol’ boring salads? Ugh, me too! So, listen up, I’ve got this bright and happy Strawberry Avocado Salad that’s basically a party in a bowl. Trust me, you’re gonna love it!

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, picture this: you and I are wandering through the grocery store, and I’m like, “Okay, we need spring mix salad greens—6 cups of it.” And then you’re like, “What’s next?” and I’m all excited, “We need 3 cups of strawberries! Like, fresh, juicy ones! Quartered or sliced, whatever floats your boat. Oh, and don’t forget the 2 avocados—ripe, please! Diced is the way to go.”

Then I throw in a 1/2 cup of feta cheese because, y’know, it’s feta, and who can resist that crumbly goodness? And some pecans, about a cup, chopped up, to give it that crunch we all crave.

We’ll grab a couple of tablespoons of olive oil, a tablespoon of red apple vinegar (yes, red apple vinegar—there’s a difference!), a teeny bit of honey if you’re feeling sweet, plus poppy seeds, ground mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Easy peasy!

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, quick story time! So, last summer, I was having this backyard BBQ, right? And I wanted something fresh and vibrant to balance out the burgers and hot dogs (not that I don’t love those, but you know). I whipped up this salad, and OMG, it was a hit! People were going back for seconds, thirds… I even had one friend try to take the whole bowl home. I mean, how could you blame them? The strawberries pop with sweet juice, the avocados are all creamy, and the feta? *Chef’s kiss.* It just screams summer, y’know? Now it’s a staple at all my gatherings!

(Another beautiful shot because we can’t get enough!)

Here’s another angle of this beautiful salad because, duh, you can never have too many pics of delicious food!

The One Trick That Changes Everything

So, here’s my secret: toast the pecans! Seriously, it takes like 3-4 minutes in a skillet over medium heat, and boom! You’re totally elevating your salad game! Just until they’re fragrant and a little golden. Trust me, it’s a game-changer.

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

Listen up! I’ve messed this up enough times to know what NOT to do.

1. Don’t skip toasting the pecans. Just don’t.
2. Make sure your avocados are ripe but not mushy! I’ve cut into some sad, brown avocados before, and it’s just…sigh.
3. Check your dressing before pouring it over. Too much vinegar? It can drown the salad.
4. And please, for the love of all that’s tasty, don’t go heavy on the salt. Just a pinch until it’s perfect!

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

Okay, so if you’re somehow left with leftovers (which is a BIG if), store the salad without the dressing. Seriously! Keep the dressing separate, or it’ll get all soggy and sad. Just pop everything in an airtight container in the fridge, and it should be good for a day or two. But, I mean, it’ll probably be gone before then!

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

If you’re into this vibe, you’ve gotta try my Mango Black Bean Salad (it’s sooo refreshing) and my Caprese Pasta Salad because, why not? They’re great for summer hangouts too!

So, what’s your go-to summer salad? Hit me up with your faves! 🥗💖