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Strawberry Crunch Salad

A deliciously easy and fresh salad combining strawberries, avocado, and a zesty champagne vinaigrette, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramelized Almonds
  • ⅔ cup sliced or slivered almonds
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
For the Salad
  • 10 ounces arugula greens
  • 8 ounces strawberries, hulled and quartered or chopped
  • 1 unit avocado, chopped
  • 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
  • ⅓ cup roasted salted pistachios, chopped
For the Champagne Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
  • ½ unit lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, freshly grated
  • pinch kosher salt and pepper
  • ½ cup olive oil

Method
 

Caramelized Almonds
  1. In a skillet, combine the almonds and sugar over medium heat.
  2. Stir constantly until the almonds are golden and caramelized—watch carefully!
  3. Transfer to parchment paper to cool.
Champagne Vinaigrette
  1. In a small bowl, mix the champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until combined.
Assemble Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine arugula, strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, and pistachios.
  2. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
  3. Top with caramelized almonds and enjoy!

Notes

Timing is key: Make the vinaigrette right before serving to keep the greens crisp. Ingredient swaps: Try feta instead of goat cheese for a salty twist! Extra crunch: Toss in some flatbread chips or crispy chickpeas for added texture. This salad can be made ahead of time, just keep the dressing and nuts separate until serving.