Description
Summer Strawberry Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer with its delightful combination of sweet strawberries, blueberries, and juicy mandarin oranges. This salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch on warm days. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy yet impressive addition to any meal. The bright colors and flavors not only make it a feast for the eyes but also provide essential nutrients from fresh fruits and nuts. Enjoy this salad on its own or pair it with grilled chicken for added protein – either way, it’s a delicious way to celebrate berry season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spring mix
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup mandarin oranges
- 1/2 cup unsalted pecans
- 3.5 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup orange sparkling juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large serving bowl, combine spring mix, strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges, pecans, goat cheese, and green onions. Gently toss to mix.
- In a small jar with a lid, add orange sparkling juice, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Secure the lid and shake well until emulsified.
- Just before serving, pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 salad (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg