Description

Experience the vibrant flavors of spring and summer with this delightful Strawberry Crunch Salad. This refreshing dish combines fresh strawberries, creamy avocado, and crunchy almonds, making it a perfect choice for picnics, barbecues, or light weeknight dinners. The unique blend of textures from the crispy almonds, peppery arugula, and tangy goat cheese creates a salad that is not only visually appealing but also nutritious and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make salad can be customized to suit any occasion. Whether served as a side dish or main course topped with grilled chicken, this Strawberry Crunch Salad is sure to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

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10 ounces arugula greens
8 ounces strawberries (hulled and quartered or chopped)
1 avocado (chopped)
2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
⅓ cup roasted (salted pistachios, chopped)
⅔ cup sliced or slivered almonds
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

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Instructions

In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, toast sliced almonds with sugar for 6 to 8 minutes until coated and golden. Transfer to parchment paper to cool.
In a large bowl, combine arugula with salt and pepper. Add strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, pistachios, and cooled almonds.
For the dressing, whisk together champagne vinegar, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Slowly add olive oil while whisking until combined.
Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently. Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: None
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 180g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 10mg