Strawberry and Gorgonzola Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
Fresh and vibrant salad made with mixed baby greens, sweet strawberries, crunchy slivered almonds, and creamy gorgonzola cheese, all tossed in a tangy poppy seed dressing – perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp minced shallots
- 1.5 tbsp honey (use raw for Paleo)
- 0.5 tbsp poppy seeds
- 5 oz organic mixed baby greens (kale, spinach)
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds toasted
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 0.25 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese omit for Paleo diet
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a small jar, combine red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, minced shallots, honey, and poppy seeds. Secure the lid and shake well to mix.
- In a large salad bowl, combine mixed baby greens, toasted slivered almonds, sliced strawberries, and crumbled gorgonzola cheese.
- Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or divide the salad equally among four plates for serving.
Notes
This salad is best served fresh and can be customized by substituting feta cheese for gorgonzola for a milder flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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