Emily's Strawberry Balsamic Salad

Emily's Strawberry Balsamic Salad

This sweet, tangy salad has lots of plate appeal with its colorful ingredients. Make the dressing in advance if you choose.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 small shallot, peeled and chopped
  • 2 small cloves garlic, peeled
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 head red lettuce leaves, rinsed, dried, and torn
  • ½ small red onion, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch-wide slivers
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, rinsed and sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Step 1
To make the dressing, place the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, shallot, garlic, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a mini food processor. Pulse until blended. Slowly pour in the olive oil, and pulse again until thoroughly blended. Set aside or refrigerate until needed.

Step 2
Divide lettuce between 6 serving plates, and top with red onion, almonds, strawberries, and feta cheese. Serve dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

275
Calories
23g
Fat
15g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 275
% Daily Value *
Total Fat23g 29%
Saturated Fat5g 23%
Cholesterol11mg 4%
Sodium441mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate15g 6%
Dietary Fiber3g 10%
Total Sugars10g
Protein4g
Vitamin C39mg 193%
Calcium106mg 8%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium284mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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