Description
A vibrant salad blending crispy arugula, sweet strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and a tangy dressing, perfect for spring gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150 g arugula (about 4–5 handfuls)
- 2 cups chopped strawberries
- 1 medium red onion, halved and sliced root to stem
- ½ large cucumber, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 100 g soft goat cheese, crumbled
- Small handful fresh basil (chopped, optional)
- 1 cup pecans (raw or toasted, optional)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp chili flakes (or more to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine the arugula, chopped strawberries, sliced red onion, diced cucumber, and diced avocado. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients, ensuring they’re beautifully distributed.
- Add the goat cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese over the top of the salad. If you’re feeling fancy, add some torn fresh basil for that aromatic touch and artistic flair!
- Toast the pecans (optional): If you’re using pecans, lightly toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until they become fragrant. Allow them to cool, then sprinkle over the salad.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard (if using), sea salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired; you might like a little extra heat!
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all the fresh ingredients in that rich, tangy goodness.
- Serve and enjoy!: Transfer the salad to a beautiful serving bowl or plate. If you have leftover pecans or basil, sprinkle those on top for an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy your vibrant and refreshing Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad!
Notes
You can prepare the salad ingredients a few hours in advance but wait to add the dressing until just before serving to keep everything fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg