Strawberry Blue Cheese Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Strawberry Blue Cheese Salad
20 min.
6
294kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Strawberry Blue Cheese Salad, a scrumptious vegetarian and gluten-free dish that promises to elevate any meal. This delectable recipe, which serves six, can be ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for a quick side, antipasti, starter, or snack. Each serving contains only 294 calories, allowing you to indulge guilt-free.

The star of this show-stopping salad is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Sweet, juicy strawberries are perfectly balanced by the rich, creamy blue cheese, while a sprinkle of crunchy pecans adds an irresistible nutty twist. The ensemble is then tossed in a zesty dressing made from a medley of balsamic vinegar and raspberry vinegar, bound together with olive oil, creating a symphony of taste that will have your taste buds dancing.

Not only is this Strawberry Blue Cheese Salad a feast for the palate, but it's also a visual delight, boasting a vibrant color palette that's sure to impress your guests. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a refreshing lunch option, or craving a healthy snack, this salad is your answer. So, why not treat yourself and your loved ones to a dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious? Let the culinary adventure begin!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • cups the salad mixed
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped
  • tablespoons raspberry vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup onion diced red
  • cups strawberries fresh diced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Place the pecans in a skillet over medium heat. Tossing frequently, toast until lightly browned.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the raspberry vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the toasted pecans, greens, strawberries, blue cheese, and red onion. Toss with the vinegar and olive oil dressing mixture to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories294kcal
Protein13.24%
Fat73.7%
Carbs13.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.33
Glycemic Load
2.35
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.864347696304%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.78mg
Petunidin
0.05mg
Delphinidin
0.81mg
Pelargonidin
11.93mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
2.15mg
Epigallocatechin
0.89mg
Epicatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.24mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:293.79kcal
14.69%
Fat:24.57g
37.81%
Saturated Fat:8.61g
53.83%
Carbohydrates:9.8g
3.27%
Net Carbohydrates:7.74g
2.81%
Sugar:4.69g
5.21%
Cholesterol:28.35mg
9.45%
Sodium:448.46mg
19.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.93g
19.86%
Vitamin C:38.59mg
46.78%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.13%
Calcium:224.64mg
22.46%
Phosphorus:204.55mg
20.46%
Vitamin A:753.92IU
15.08%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.2%
Folate:44.46µg
11.11%
Zinc:1.6mg
10.67%
Vitamin E:1.37mg
9.14%
Selenium:6.25µg
8.93%
Potassium:310.22mg
8.86%
Copper:0.17mg
8.75%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.56%
Magnesium:32.99mg
8.25%
Fiber:2.06g
8.23%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.69%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.62%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.7%
Vitamin K:6.55µg
6.24%
Iron:0.94mg
5.2%
Vitamin B3:0.91mg
4.56%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.26%
Source:Allrecipes