Description

Strawberry Salad is a light, fresh, and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with crunchy greens, creamy cheese, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for warm weather, this salad is a vibrant addition to any meal or a refreshing standalone dish. Whether served as a side salad, a potluck dish, or a light lunch, this Strawberry Salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

For the salad:

4 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, or romaine)

1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

¼ cup crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese (optional)

¼ cup sliced almonds or walnuts (optional)

2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

½ avocado, sliced (optional)

For the dressing:

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

½ teaspoon Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Wash and dry the mixed greens. Hull and slice the strawberries. If using, slice the avocado and red onion.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, and any optional add-ins like feta cheese, nuts, red onion, or avocado.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well-combined and emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, flavorful strawberry salad.

Notes

If you prefer a different flavor profile, try substituting the balsamic vinegar with red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.

For a sweeter salad, you can add more maple syrup or honey to the dressing.

This salad is naturally gluten-free. Just be cautious if adding other ingredients like croutons.

Make this salad vegan by omitting the cheese or using a dairy-free cheese alternative and substituting maple syrup for honey.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: undefined
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 120
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 5mg