Strawberry Salad With Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette & Walnuts
Created by TeresaS on July 10, 2016
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 20m
- Cook Time: 0m
- Recipe #24363
Ingredients
- FOR SALAD
- 1 pound strawberries (washed, divided)
- 8 ounces mixed greens (spring lettuce mix)
- 1/4 pound cucumber (1/2 cucumber, seeds removed and cubed)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (pieces, toasted)
- 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled (or feta, 1/2 cup)
- FOR DRESSING
- 2 teaspoon water
- 1/4 cup strawberries, chopped
- 1 tablespoon shallot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (white)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup olive oil (extra-virgin)
- 1/4 cup oil (canola)
How to Make
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Step 1: Cut the strawberries in quarters. Place in a large bowl. Add all of the lettuce leaves, cucumber, walnuts, and cheese. Toss gently to mix.
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Step 2: In a food processor, combine 2 teaspoons water with all the dressing ingredients except oils. While pulsing slowly stream in oil until emulsified.
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Step 3: Add 1/4 cup vinaigrette to salad and toss to lightly coat the leaves; then taste add more vinaigrette if needed.