Easter Salad
Easter Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies the essence of spring with its delightful combination of juicy strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds served over a bed of mixed greens. Dressed in a zesty Lemon Honey Vinaigrette, this salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavors that elevate any gathering. Perfect for casual lunches or festive dinners, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that can be prepared in just 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 your oven to 350°F. Spread slivered almonds on a baking sheet and toast for 5 to 7 minutes until fragrant and light brown. Let them cool.
- In a Mason jar, combine sunflower oil, lemon juice, honey, sea salt, black pepper, and poppy seeds if using. Shake well until combined.
- In a large salad bowl, layer mixed greens, sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, and crumbled goat cheese.
- Just before serving, drizzle with Lemon Honey Vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://dailyrecipetime.com/easter-salad/