Description
Fresh, colorful, and full of flavor, this Mango Spinach Salad combines baby spinach, crisp lettuce, juicy mango, blueberries, toasted pecans, and creamy feta with a sweet and tangy homemade balsamic dressing. It comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for summer lunches, light dinners, or backyard gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cups baby spinach
2 cups iceberg lettuce, roughly chopped
1 large ripe mango, peeled and cubed
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup toasted pecans
1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
1. Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
2. Combine the baby spinach, chopped lettuce, mango, blueberries, and toasted pecans in a large serving bowl.
3. Sprinkle the feta or goat cheese over the salad.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
5. Gently toss until everything is lightly coated.
6. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Serve immediately for the freshest texture.
Notes
Use a ripe, fragrant mango for the best flavor.
Toast the pecans before adding them for extra crunch.
Goat cheese and feta are interchangeable.
Maple syrup can replace the honey.
Arugula, baby kale, or spring mix can replace spinach.
For a vegan version, use maple syrup and dairy free cheese or omit the cheese.
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, quinoa, farro, or couscous for a more filling meal.
Add the dressing gradually to keep the greens crisp.
Fresh mint or basil adds extra freshness.
Store the dressing separately if making ahead.
Serve immediately after tossing.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Fresh fruit works better than frozen fruit because it keeps the salad from becoming watery.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 239 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 17 mg