MIXED LETTUCES WITH STRAWBERRIES, GOAT CHEESE AND PECANS

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This is a salad recipe from Chef Jennifer Chandler. She is the author of Simply Salads: More than 100 Delicious Creative Recipes Made from Prepackaged Greens and a Few Easy-to-Find Ingredients, which was published in 2007.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
5 tablespoons canola oil (not olive oil for it overpowers) or 5 tablespoons mild vegetable oil (not olive oil for it overpowers)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) bag DOLE Mediterranean Salad Blend or 1 (8 ounce) bag fresh baby spinach leaves
1/2 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/4 cup pecans, broken
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the Blush Wine Vinaigrette: In a small bowl whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice and sugar until the sugar has dissolved. Slowly add the oil in a stream, whisking to emulsify. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • For the salad: In a large salad bowl toss together the salad blend or spinach, strawberries, green onions, pecans and crumbled goat cheese. Just prior to serving, add the dressing to taste and gently toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.1, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 1.6, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 6, Protein 0.7

Mr Jatt
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This salad is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either.


Andy Platten
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The dressing for this salad is a bit too oily. I would use less olive oil next time.


RAJ Kafle
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would use less strawberries next time.


Ashley Price
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I had a hard time finding goat cheese at my local grocery store, but I'm glad I persevered. It really made the salad.


judd gallagher
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are high quality and the flavor is amazing.


Azubiuke Azu
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I love that this salad is so healthy. It's packed with nutrients and it's low in calories.


CHEF BRIANz
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it the night before and it's still just as good the next day.


Krishna Pandey
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Kayiira Alvin
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This salad is a great way to change up your usual salad routine. It's unique and delicious.


Sachi Mints
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I added a few slices of avocado to this salad and it was amazing!


Sristi Pariyar
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


mdsamiul islam
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but I loved it in this salad. It paired perfectly with the strawberries.


Krishnakumar Bhandari
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover strawberries. It's also a good way to get your kids to eat their greens.


Sharjeel Siyal Siyal
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Finley Rolfe
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the contrast between the sweet strawberries and the tangy goat cheese.


Fitsum Shemalis
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the goat cheese and pecans add a nice touch of richness.


Rifat Ahmed Fabi
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This salad was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet strawberries, tangy goat cheese, crunchy pecans, and fresh lettuce was perfection.