Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 5 oz. mixed baby greens
- 8 oz. fresh strawberries, stems removed and sliced
- 5 oz. fresh blueberries
- 1 cup maple-vanilla candied walnuts
- Optional: vegan feta crumbles, clementine or mandarin slices, green onions, thinly sliced red onion, avocado, raspberries, blackberries
Strawberry Balsamic Dressing
- Strawberries (fresh or pureed)
- Balsamic vinegar
- Maple syrup or another sweetener
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Maple-Vanilla Candied Walnuts
- Walnuts
- Maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make Candied Walnuts: Prepare the maple-vanilla candied walnuts by combining walnuts with maple syrup and vanilla extract, then baking or toasting until crunchy and caramelized. This step can be done ahead of time and stored at room temperature.
- Make Dressing: Prepare the strawberry balsamic dressing by blending fresh strawberries with balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill the dressing in the fridge until ready to use.
- Prepare Berries: Remove stems from the strawberries and slice or chop them as desired. Rinse blueberries and drain.
- Assemble Salad: In a bowl or plate, layer the mixed baby greens, then top evenly with sliced strawberries, blueberries, and candied walnuts. Drizzle with the strawberry balsamic dressing. Add any optional ingredients like vegan feta, mandarin slices, sliced onions, or avocado for extra flavor and texture.
- Store Leftovers: If you have leftovers, store the salad components and dressing separately in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. Combine just before serving.
Notes
- The candied walnuts and dressing can be prepared in advance to save time.
- Feel free to customize the salad with additional fruits, nuts, or vegan cheese.
- Store salad and dressing separately to avoid sogginess.
- This salad is best served fresh for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
