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Strawberry Arugula Salad

Strawberry Arugula Salad

Savor the refreshing taste of Strawberry Arugula Salad packed with vibrant fruits, creamy avocados, and crunchy nuts. This easy weeknight dinner is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings for something light and delicious. Whip it up tonight for a burst of flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small package arugula washed
  • 1 pound strawberries thinly sliced
  • 1 red onion sliced
  • 4 ounces goat cheese or feta cheese
  • 2 ripe avocados diced
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts
  • 1/2 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup radishes halved and thinly sliced (about 3-4 medium)
  • 1/2 cup green onions
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 1 pinch fine sea salt to taste
  • 1 freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the arugula well using a salad spinner or paper towels. Also, prep the other veggies and fruits.
  2. Add all the salad ingredients to a large bowl.
  3. In another small bowl, combine the vinaigrette ingredients.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  5. Refrigerate and serve.

Notes

  • Let guests dress their own salads: If you serve people you do not know well, do not dress the salad for them. Let them do it themselves and give them a variety of choices.
  • Keep it fresh: Also, leave the salad bare if you’re still unsure if it will all be eaten. Once it is dressed, it will become soggy more quickly.
  • Blanch the arugula: Blanch the arugula for 30 seconds to remove the bitterness before drying it and using it in the salad.
  • Wash strawberries right before use: Please do not wash the strawberries until right before you are ready to use them.
  • Dry all ingredients: Ensure you dry all the ingredients well so the salad is not watery.