Description
A refreshing summer salad featuring juicy strawberries, blueberries, crunchy candied walnuts, and creamy goat cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup walnuts (barely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 4 to 5 ounces lettuce mix
- 2 cups strawberries (cut in half or quarters)
- 1 cup blueberries
- ½ cup goat cheese or feta cheese (crumbled)
- ⅛ cup red onion (sliced, optional)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Wash the berries thoroughly and slice the strawberries into halves or quarters.
- Heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the butter, chopped walnuts, and brown sugar, tossing them for about 3 minutes until they become fragrant. Let them cool slightly.
- Mix together the dressing ingredients: kosher salt, dijon mustard, honey, red wine vinegar or lemon juice, and olive oil in a jar. Secure the lid and shake well!
- Combine the lettuce mix and half of each of the ingredients, including the candied walnuts, in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving platter or bowl, sprinkle with the remaining ingredients, and drizzle with extra dressing. Serve fresh and enjoy!
Notes
Best served fresh; keep the dressing separate until serving for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American