Mixed Green Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Mixed Green Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette—a refreshing medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy fresh strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds, all tied together with a sweet-tangy homemade strawberry vinaigrette. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or an impressive appetizer for gatherings. The unique strawberry vinaigrette, made with fresh strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey and Dijon mustard, lends a burst of flavor that perfectly complements the salad's savory elements. Plus, the added crunch from sliced red onions and almonds adds texture and depth. Whether you're hosting or simply sprucing up your weeknight meals, this beautiful, nutrient-packed salad is sure to impress and delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens
- 1.5 cups Fresh strawberries
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.33 cup Sliced almonds
- 0.5 cup Crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 cup Sliced red onion
Instructions
Rinse and dry the mixed greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Wash 1 cup of the fresh strawberries, remove their stems, and slice them thinly. Reserve the remaining 1/2 cup of strawberries for the vinaigrette.
To make the strawberry vinaigrette, add the remaining 1/2 cup of fresh strawberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning, if needed. Set it aside.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Add the sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, crumbled goat cheese, and sliced red onion to the salad bowl with the mixed greens.
Drizzle the strawberry vinaigrette over the salad, starting with half the dressing and adding more as needed. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy a fresh and flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.0 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1369 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 453 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1461 mg | 31% | |
*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.
