Strawberry Crunch Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and full of texture, this strawberry crunch salad combines sweet berries, creamy goat cheese, avocado, and candied almonds with a zesty champagne vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (aside from almond caramelizing)
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad / Side Dish
- Method: Tossed / No-Cook
- Cuisine: American / Seasonal
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Caramelized Almonds:
⅔ cup sliced or slivered almonds
3 tablespoons sugar
Salad Base:
10 ounces arugula greens
8 ounces strawberries, hulled and quartered or chopped
1 avocado, chopped
2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
⅓ cup roasted salted pistachios, chopped
Champagne Vinaigrette Dressing:
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, freshly grated
Pinch of kosher salt and black pepper
½ cup olive oil
Instructions
Caramelize the Almonds:
In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, stir almonds with sugar for 6–8 minutes, until sugar melts and coats the almonds. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Transfer to parchment paper to cool, then break into pieces if clumped.
Make the Dressing:
In a bowl, whisk together champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. While whisking, slowly stream in olive oil until emulsified. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Assemble the Salad:
Toss arugula with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, pistachios, and cooled caramelized almonds. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make the caramelized almonds ahead for quicker prep.
Swap goat cheese with feta or blue cheese for a different flavor profile.
Add grilled chicken for a protein boost.
Best served immediately after dressing to maintain crunch.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/strawberry-crunch-salad/
