This summer salad recipe is out of this world. The last time I made it, everybody went crazy for it. In fact, there were no leftovers! The combination of sweet fruit and salty feta cheese is very satisfying. The caramelized sugar from the candied walnuts adds a nice crunch and an irresistibly nutty flavor note. All that flavor and texture—this is now a staple on my dinner table. It’s also a great choice for a picnic, barbecue, or a lovely brunch!

Making this salad is easy! Have fun getting creative and experiment with your other favorite ingredients. You can do a lot of different things and it will still be amazing! I hope you enjoy making it as much as you’ll enjoy eating it. It is best enjoyed the day you make it because of all the fresh ingredients it uses. I don't recommend refrigerating the nuts since they will absorb moisture and get sticky. However, I’m including a nice poppyseed dressing recipe that you can absolutely make ahead. You can also double the batch because it stores well so you can use it later on other salads. This salad is a favorite for entertaining. I especially love to make it on Memorial Day or the 4th of July (for obvious reasons!). Bright red strawberries and delicious blueberries are combined with either goat cheese or feta. The colors look spectacular. You can arrange this salad so it has red, white, and blue stripes—the feta cheese and berries make it easy.