Strawberry Salad with Balsamic
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Vegetarian
- Energy Kcal 241
- Carbohydrates g 4.9
- of which sugars g 4.9
- Protein g 10.1
- Fats g 20.1
- of which saturated fat g 6.24
- Fiber g 1.5
- Cholesterol mg 27
- Sodium mg 382
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Prep time: 15 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Very low
PRESENTATION
Soft, crisp greens combine with juicy, ripe berries for a strawberry salad that's as colorful as it is inviting. Families notice the bright mix of fresh strawberries, ruby slices layered over crisp leafy greens, and there’s something extra with the bits of creamy goat cheese that melt in your mouth. Every forkful comes together with a tang from the balsamic dressing, tying both sweet and savory flavors into one great bite. This looker—really pretty on any table—adds a bit of brightness to everything, whether it’s a summer dinner outside or a cheerful weekday meal. For home cooks, having reliable balsamic salad recipes is a little trick (honestly, DELICIOUS every time) for meals that feel fresh and a bit special without trying too hard... Kids usually love how the sweet bites of strawberry meet the crunch of mixed greens, making it family-friendly from the very first salad bowl to the last spoonful.
Busy schedules make having an easy salad recipe pretty much a must—this one's versatile, tasty, and barely ever gets old. Summer gatherings call for dishes like strawberry salad because it just looks so inviting and works well alongside everything from grilled meats to lighter main dishes. Add toasted nuts or switch up with arugula whenever the mood hits, since this combo plays nice with almost anything you’ve already got (plus, a little moist avocado or extra nuts for crunch keeps everyone happy). Nice to remember: a simple salad recipe brings out the best in seasonal fruit, and every busy family appreciates food that looks good without much fuss. Try doubling up with extra balsamic glaze or subbing in different soft cheeses for new twists—the flavors only get better! There’s a reason why these summer salad ideas end up sticking around year after year; they’re practical, family-approved, and absolutely made for sharing. Go for lots of color, a bit of sweet, and something nice to welcome everyone to the table... it’s just everyday happiness in a bowl.
- INGREDIENTS
- Valerian (songino) 4 cups (100 g)
- Arugula 1 ½ cup (100 g)
- Strawberries 1 ½ cup (200 g)
- Grana Padano PDO cheese 3.5 oz (100 g)
- Balsamic vinegar 2 ¾ tbsp (40 g)
- Extra virgin olive oil 3 ½ tbsp (50 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Strawberry Salad with Balsamic
To prepare the strawberry salad with balsamic, first wash the lamb’s lettuce 1 under plenty of fresh running water, gently dry it with a clean cloth 2, then tear it into pieces with your fingers. Do the same with the arugula 3,
washing and drying it carefully 4. Also wash the strawberries 5 with cold water and dry them 6,
then cut them in half 7 and into quarters 8; remove the green leaves and set them aside 9.
Take a rather large salad bowl 10 and combine the salad and the strawberries 11; then add the salt 12,
ground pepper 13, and finely sliced parmesan 14. Dress with a tablespoon of balsamic vinegar 15
and a tablespoon of oil 16, then gently mix everything 17: your strawberry salad with balsamic is ready to be served 18!