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.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the mixed greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning, if needed. Set it aside.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Add the sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, crumbled goat cheese, and sliced red onion to the salad bowl with the mixed greens.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy a fresh and flavorful salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(782.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1340.4

Total Fat 110.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 68.4mg	0%
Sodium 1368.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 36.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 453.3mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 1461.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.9%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 17.6%