Balsamic Strawberries with Arugula
Brighten up your table with a stunning and easy-to-make recipe for Balsamic Strawberries with Arugula, a vibrant salad that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and peppery flavors. Fresh strawberries lend natural sweetness, expertly complemented by a velvety balsamic-honey dressing, while the zesty arugula adds a sharp bite. Topped with optional crumbled goat cheese for creaminess and slivered almonds for crunch, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring zero cooking, this recipe makes an ideal summer appetizer or side salad brimming with flavor and elegance. Perfect for those seeking a light yet gourmet addition to their meals, it's gluten-free and can easily be customized for vegetarian preferences.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries
- 4 cups arugula
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 cups goat cheese (optional)
- 0.25 cups slivered almonds (optional)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into halves or quarters depending on their size.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, black pepper, and sea salt to create the dressing.
Place the arugula in a large serving bowl or on a platter.
Scatter the sliced strawberries over the arugula.
Drizzle the balsamic dressing evenly over the salad.
If desired, sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and slivered almonds over the salad for added flavor and texture.
Toss lightly to combine just before serving or serve as-is for a layered presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 920 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 896 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
