Description
A refreshing summer salad featuring a delightful combination of baby arugula, strawberries, nectarines, goat cheese, and pecans, dressed with a citrus vinaigrette.
Ingredients
- 2 cups baby arugula, washed and dried
- 1 cup ripe strawberries, sliced
- 2 juicy nectarines, chopped
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup shallots, finely diced
- 1/4 cup citrus vinaigrette
- Fresh herbs (like mint or basil) for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing bowl, layer the baby arugula, sliced strawberries, chopped nectarines, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped pecans.
- Sprinkle the finely diced shallots over the top for an added zing.
- Pour the citrus vinaigrette over the salad mixture, ensuring an even distribution.
- Carefully fold the ingredients together to maintain the integrity of the fruits and cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- For an extra touch, garnish with fresh herbs before serving. Enjoy immediately or let it rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- For a touch of sweetness, consider adding a sprinkle of chia seeds or a drizzle of agave syrup.
- You can also swap out the goat cheese for feta for a tangy twist.
- If you prefer a crunchier element, toss in some roasted chickpeas or crispy quinoa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg