Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Strawberry Crunch Salad, a vibrant dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This salad is ideal for spring and summer gatherings, boasting a colorful mix of fresh strawberries, creamy avocado, and tangy goat cheese, all topped with a delightful crunch from caramelized almonds and pistachios. With its quick preparation time and nutritious ingredients, this salad not only looks beautiful but also nourishes your body, making it a versatile choice for any occasion—from picnics to brunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- ⅔ cup sliced or slivered almonds
- 10 ounces arugula greens
- 8 ounces strawberries (hulled and quartered)
- 1 avocado (chopped)
- 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- ⅓ cup roasted pistachios (chopped)
- 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 Crunch Topping: In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook almonds with sugar until caramelized (6-8 minutes). Transfer to parchment paper to cool.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, toss arugula with salt and pepper. Gently fold in strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, pistachios, and cooled almonds.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking/Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg