Description
Strawberry Crunch Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly embodies the essence of spring and summer. Bursting with juicy strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy nuts, this salad offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. It’s easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or as a light dinner option. The combination of arugula and avocado elevates the nutrition profile while maintaining a deliciously satisfying taste. Whether you serve it as a side dish or a main course, this salad is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces arugula greens
- 8 ounces strawberries (hulled and quartered or chopped)
- 1 avocado (chopped)
- 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- ⅓ cup roasted (salted pistachios, chopped)
- ⅔ cup sliced or slivered almonds
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 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
- Prepare the Sugared Almonds: In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, combine sliced almonds with sugar. Stir frequently until caramelized (about 6-8 minutes). Cool on parchment paper.
- Toss Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix arugula with salt and pepper. Add strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, pistachios, and cooled sugared almonds.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together champagne vinegar, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, pepper in another bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil until emulsified.
- Assemble: Drizzle dressing over salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Combination
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 12mg