Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring sweet strawberries, crunchy toppings, and a light champagne vinaigrette perfect for spring and summer meals.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup champagne vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, strawberries, candied pecans, feta cheese, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together champagne vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the vinaigrette.
- Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
- Try adding grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg