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Delicious Strawberry Crunch Salad topped with Champagne Vinaigrette

Strawberry Crunch Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

A light and fresh salad combining juicy strawberries, crisp greens, and a tangy champagne vinaigrette topped with a crunchy element for texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups clean, dry mixed baby greens or romaine Use fresh greens for best flavor.
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Look for very fresh strawberries.
  • 1 cup toasted sliced almonds or crispy noodles or thin tortilla strips This adds the crunchy element.
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion or scallions Optional for a mild bite.
Champagne Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup champagne vinegar Can be substituted with white wine vinegar.
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey Adjust based on the sweetness of the strawberries.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cleaning and drying the mixed greens.
  2. Hull and slice the strawberries.
  3. In a large bowl, toss together the greens and sliced strawberries.
  4. Add your chosen crunchy element, and thinly sliced red onion or scallions if desired.
Making the Vinaigrette
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the champagne vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  2. Taste and adjust the sweetness or acidity as needed.
Serving
  1. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
  2. Toss gently and sprinkle the crunchy topping on last to keep it crisp.
  3. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

For best results, keep the components separate until just before serving to ensure the greens stay crisp. You can add fresh herbs for extra flavor.