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Strawberry Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing

Strawberry Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing: Fresh & Flavorful Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Strawberry Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing, combining sweet strawberries and crisp greens for a delightful dish that's perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Bright red berries for optimal sweetness.
  • 4 cups Salad Greens Mix of greens or spinach, washed thoroughly.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Soaked in cold water to mellow sharpness.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Almonds or walnuts, toasted for depth.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Optional for creaminess; goat cheese alternative.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey can be used too.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality for best results.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk
  • large serving plate

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Clean and slice the strawberries into uniform slices. Rinse and dry salad greens.
  2. Thinly slice red onion and soak in cold water for 20 minutes.
  3. Toast chosen nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Combine balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and kosher salt in a bowl. Whisk while slowly adding olive oil.
  5. Arrange salad greens on a plate, top with strawberries, red onion, and toasted nuts. Crumble feta cheese on top if desired.
  6. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and add black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, enjoy the salad immediately after preparation to maintain freshness. Store any leftovers separately to keep ingredients crisp.

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