Description
Indulge in the vibrant and refreshing Strawberry Crunch Salad, a perfect dish that celebrates the flavors of spring and summer. This delightful salad features crisp arugula, juicy strawberries, creamy avocado, and tangy goat cheese, creating an irresistible combination of textures and tastes. Topped with crunchy caramelized almonds and drizzled with a zesty champagne vinaigrette, this salad is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a light main course. With its bright colors and delicious flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests while keeping your meals healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces arugula greens
- 8 ounces strawberries (hulled and quartered)
- 1 avocado (chopped)
- 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- ⅔ cup sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- ⅓ cup chopped roasted pistachios
- 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
- In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, combine sliced almonds and sugar. Stir frequently until the sugar melts and coats the almonds (about 6-8 minutes). Transfer to parchment paper to cool.
- In a large bowl, toss arugula with salt and pepper. Add strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, pistachios, and cooled almonds.
- For the dressing: whisk together champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Slowly stream in olive oil while whisking until emulsified.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg