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Strawberry Spring Salad

Bright and Refreshing Strawberry Spring Salad for Every Table

Celebrate spring with this vibrant Strawberry Spring Salad, featuring fresh strawberries and crispy romaine. Perfect for gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups chopped Romaine Lettuce Chop right before serving for optimal freshness.
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries Medium-sized, bright red berries.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Can swap with walnuts or almonds.
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries Raisins can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup feta cheese Goat cheese is a great alternative.
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil Key component for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Horseradish mustard works well too.
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup Honey is a good alternative.
  • to taste salt & pepper Essential for flavor balance.

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • Food processor
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather fresh ingredients, rinse romaine under cold water, pat dry, chop into bite-sized pieces, and place in a large salad bowl.
  2. Rinse strawberries under cool water, pat dry, remove green tops, slice into thin pieces, and add to the bowl.
  3. Chop pecans and sprinkle over the romaine and strawberries. Add dried cranberries.
  4. Crumble feta cheese over the salad mixture.
  5. In a food processor, blend olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. Drizzle dressing over the salad, gently toss to combine, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep dressing separate until ready to serve for optimal freshness. Enjoy within 3 days.

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