Description

Indulge in the refreshing delight of Strawberry Crunch Salad, the perfect addition to your spring and summer meals. This vibrant salad combines fresh strawberries, creamy avocado, and tangy goat cheese over a bed of peppery arugula. The crunchy topping of caramelized almonds and pistachios adds a delightful texture that elevates this dish from simple to sensational. Ideal for picnics, light dinners, or as a stunning side at gatherings, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or pair it with grilled proteins for a wholesome dining experience that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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10 ounces arugula greens
8 ounces strawberries (hulled and quartered)
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

To make the sugared almonds, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and sugar; cook while stirring until the sugar melts and coats the nuts (about 6-8 minutes). Transfer to parchment paper to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, toss together arugula, strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, pistachios, and cooled sugared almonds.
For the dressing, whisk together champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, and pepper in another bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil until emulsified.
Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No cooking required
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approx. 250g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 26g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 10mg