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Strawberry Crunch Salad

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: N/A
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This refreshing Strawberry Crunch Salad combines the sweetness of strawberries with the crunch of almonds and pistachios, finished with creamy avocado and tangy goat cheese, all tossed in a champagne vinaigrette.


Ingredients

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Salad

  • 2/3 cup sliced or slivered almonds
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 10 ounces arugula greens
  • 8 ounces strawberries, hulled and quartered or chopped
  • 1 avocado, chopped
  • 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
  • 1/3 cup roasted salted pistachios, chopped
  • Champagne vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, freshly grated
  • Pinch kosher salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil until well combined.
  2. Toast the almonds: In a skillet, toast the almonds with sugar over medium heat until caramelized, then let it cool.
  3. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine arugula, strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, and pistachios. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  4. Serve: Divide the salad onto plates and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize this salad by adding grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
  • Feel free to swap out the nuts or cheese with your favorites for a different flavor profile.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 5 mg