Spring Mix Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese
A simple recipe for a fresh spring salad featuring mixed greens, ripe strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and a light balsamic vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups spring mix greens
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Wash and dry the spring mix greens thoroughly. Place the greens in a large salad bowl.
- Add the sliced strawberries, crumbled goat cheese, candied nuts, and sliced red onion (if using) to the bowl with the greens.
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients.
- Gently toss the salad until all components are lightly coated with the dressing.
- Divide the salad onto plates for serving.
Notes
- Select spring mix greens that look crisp and bright green for the best texture.
- Choose strawberries that are deep red and firm; avoid any with white or green spots near the top.
- You can substitute feta cheese or blue cheese for the goat cheese if desired.
- For make-ahead preparation, store the dressing separately and keep the nuts in an airtight container. Assemble just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting.
- For added protein, include grilled chicken breast or sliced almonds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 18
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 20