Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad w/ Strawberry Vinaigrette Recipe
Strawberry goat cheese salad is the perfect way to use up fresh strawberries, paired with tangy goat cheese and a simple balsamic vinaigrette for a delicious warm-weather dish!
Servings: 4
Calories: 467kcal
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients:
- 6 cups of Spring Mix
- 1 1/2 cups Strawberries quartered
- 1 Avocado
- 1/2 cup Goat Cheese
- 1/4 cup Pistachios shelled
- 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds
Instructions
- Wash the spring mix, drain, and add to a large bowl. Quarter the strawberries and dice the avocado, and add to the bowl of greens.
- Sprinkle the goat cheese, pistachios, and sunflower seeds over the other ingredients in the bowl.
- To make the dressing, add all the dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor. Mix on high until smooth. (If needed add 2-4 tablespoons of water to help the ingredients blend).
- Pour dressing through a sieve to remove any seeds, and drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.
Notes
How to Store: This strawberry salad is best enjoyed right away. If you do end up with leftovers, store in the fridge and eat within 24 hours. The greens may wilt a bit, but the flavors will still be delicious.
- To prepare this salad ahead of time, combine everything but the strawberry slices, avocado, and dressing, and store in a separate airtight container for up to 2 days. Add the remaining ingredients right before serving for the best taste and freshness.
- Be sure that your strawberries aren’t too overly ripe, which could get mushy in the salad when sliced. Look for bright red and firm strawberries for the best flavor.
- For best results, blend the salad dressing until completely smooth. Strain out the seeds for a creamy texture that coats the salad evenly.
Nutrition
Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 535mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 412IU | Vitamin C: 53mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg
