This strawberry feta salad features freshly ground black pepper, bright mint and a champagne vinaigrette. It’s simple, refreshing, sweet and savory — perfect as a side or an easy summer snack.
Say hello to a delightful new way to enjoy strawberries.
This strawberry salad has been showing up in my lunches and snacks lately while berries are at their best. I toss sliced strawberries with coarse black pepper, fresh mint, crumbled feta and a light champagne vinaigrette — the combination balances sweet, tangy and savory notes beautifully.
I can’t get enough of it. The flavors are bright, refreshing and unexpectedly delicious.
Strawberry season is the best season, and simple summer recipes like this make it even better.
If you’re picking strawberries right now, this is an easy dish to make with fresh fruit. In my area we usually pick in mid-June, but timing varies — early pickers may have berries in May or April. When you have really sweet, farm-picked strawberries, they’re unbeatable.
Farm-picked strawberries taste extraordinary — so sweet and full of juice. We always marvel at how good they are, and the kids treat them like candy. They’re our family’s top pick for fresh fruit.
Beyond this salad, I use local strawberries in many ways: crunchy strawberry salads, cobbler bars, classic cobbler with ice cream, pancakes, and even ice cream with cookies. When the season ends we always wish it lasted longer.
The recipe is very simple. Slice the berries, scatter them in a bowl, and season generously with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of kosher salt. Crumble feta over the top for a creamy, tangy contrast.
Whisk together champagne vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and finely chopped fresh mint to make a quick vinaigrette. The mint brightens the dressing and complements the sweetness of the strawberries, the bite of the pepper and the saltiness of the cheese.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the berries, toss gently and finish with extra mint leaves for garnish. That’s it — fast, flavorful and perfect for using fresh strawberries in a savory way.
This salad is ideal after a day of strawberry picking or whenever you want a quick, bright side. The berries are delicious on their own, but a few additions like feta, mint and a tangy dressing take them over the top.
It was also a win with my kids — they enjoyed the savory twist on berries, especially Emilia. Introducing savory flavors alongside fruit can be an easy way to expand kids’ palates.
Try not to eat it all at once — but if you do, I won’t judge.
Strawberry Feta Salad with Black Pepper and Mint
Strawberry, Feta & Mint Salad
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Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced or quartered
- freshly ground black pepper
- kosher salt
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
- fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
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Place the sliced or quartered strawberries in a bowl. Season with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of kosher salt. Sprinkle the crumbled feta over the berries.
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In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the champagne vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and the chopped fresh mint. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the berries and feta. Garnish with additional mint leaves and serve.
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So juicy and delicious!