Strawberry Crunch Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad featuring fresh strawberries, crispy greens, candied pecans, and a refreshing champagne vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, etc.)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup champagne vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash strawberries under cool water, pat dry, hull, and slice.
- Mix the greens: In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens.
- Add the sliced strawberries: Sprinkle strawberry slices over the greens.
- Include the onion and feta: Add thinly sliced red onion and crumbled feta.
- Prepare the dressing: Combine champagne vinegar, olive oil, honey, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Combine the salad: Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and toss gently.
- Add the crunch: Fold in candied pecans or walnuts just before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding grilled chicken or switching out cheeses. Enjoy fresh for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: salad, strawberry, vinaigrette, healthy, spring, summer