Springtime Salad with Strawberries
Brighten up your table with this delightful Springtime Salad with Strawberries—a vibrant medley of fresh, mixed greens, juicy strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds. This refreshing salad is elevated by a homemade honey-balsamic vinaigrette that's both tangy and sweet, perfectly complementing the natural sweetness of the fruit and the richness of the cheese. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is an easy way to celebrate spring’s bounty while impressing your guests or enjoying a light, elegant meal for yourself. Ideal as a side dish or a main course, this strawberry salad is a perfect choice for spring gatherings, brunches, or everyday dining.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.125 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and thoroughly dry the mixed greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Hull and slice the fresh strawberries. Add them to the bowl with the greens.
Step 3
Crumble the goat cheese into small chunks and sprinkle it evenly over the salad.
Step 4
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until golden and aromatic. Let them cool slightly, then sprinkle them over the salad.
Step 5
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Step 6
Drizzle the honey-balsamic vinaigrette over the salad, tossing gently to combine.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with additional sliced strawberries or almonds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1791.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1398.1 |
| Total Fat 102.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 89.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1627.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.4g | |
| Protein 65.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1301.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4605.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories