Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Summer Strawberry Salad. Bursting with sweetness from ripe strawberries, juicy blueberries, and zesty mandarin oranges, this salad is elevated by the crunch of pecans and a sparkling orange vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or a delightful side dish at picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings, it’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients. In just ten minutes, you can create a dish that embodies the essence of the 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 or plant-based alternative
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup orange sparkling juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spring mix, strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges, pecans, goat cheese, and green onions. Toss gently.
- In a small jar with a lid, mix orange sparkling juice, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Shake well until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg