Description
Celebrate the arrival of spring with this delightful Easter Salad, a fresh and colorful dish that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or brunches. This salad features sweet strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds on a bed of mixed greens, all drizzled with a zesty Lemon Honey Vinaigrette. Not only is it visually appealing with its bright colors, but it also offers a refreshing burst of flavor that everyone will love. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a side dish or as a light main course. Customize it to your taste by adding your favorite nuts or fruits for an extra flavor twist!
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 sunflower, safflower, OR extra-virgin olive oil (neutral-flavored)
- 5 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (plus additional to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread slivered almonds on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
- In a Mason jar, combine the dressing ingredients (oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper) and shake well.
- In a large bowl, layer mixed greens, sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, and crumbled goat cheese.
- Just before serving, drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg