Description
Easter Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that perfectly embodies the spirit of spring. This delightful Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad combines sweet strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds nestled on a bed of mixed greens. Drizzled with a zesty Lemon Honey Vinaigrette, this salad not only looks stunning on any table but also offers a burst of flavor that will impress your guests. Quick to prepare and incredibly versatile, it’s an ideal addition to your Easter celebrations or any warm-weather meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 12 ounces mixed spring greens
- 16 ounces strawberries (washed, hulled, & sliced)
- 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 1/2 cup neutral-flavored oil
- 5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- sea salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread slivered almonds on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a Mason jar, combine oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Shake well to mix.
- In a large bowl, layer mixed greens, strawberries, toasted almonds, and goat cheese.
- Just before serving, drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spring
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 200g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg