Strawberry and Stilton Salad 🍓🧀
Prep Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 1 minute
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | strawberries |
| 2 | fresh basil |
| 2 | raspberry vinegar |
| 1/2 | cup sugar |
| 1 | tablespoon olive oil |
| 1 | tablespoon water |
| 4 | ounces Stilton cheese |
| 1/4 | cup crumbled feta cheese |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries (hulled and sliced), fresh basil (chopped), raspberry vinegar, and sugar. Toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
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Chill the Dressing:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and intensify.
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Prepare the Dressing Base:
- After refrigerating, strain the mixture through a sieve into a jar, reserving the liquid. Set the strawberries aside for later use.
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Shake the Dressing:
- To the jar containing the reserved liquid, add the olive oil and water. Cover the jar tightly and shake vigorously until the dressing is well emulsified.
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Assemble the Salad:
- On each of 4 salad plates, arrange 1 cup of mixed greens as the base.
- Top the greens with 1/2 cup of the reserved strawberries.
- Drizzle each salad with 2 teaspoons of the prepared dressing.
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Add Cheese:
- Crumble the Stilton cheese over each salad, distributing it evenly among the servings.
- Sprinkle each salad with 1 tablespoon of crumbled feta cheese for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
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Serve:
- Accompany the salad with slices of fresh French bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 240.5
- Fat Content: 5.7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1g
- Cholesterol: 6.3mg
- Sodium: 508.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 39.5g
- Fiber: 3.4g
- Sugar: 4.1g
- Protein: 8g
Recipe Notes:
- This Strawberry and Stilton Salad is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that come together beautifully with every bite.
- Feel free to customize the salad by adding your favorite nuts or seeds for extra crunch, or swap out the Stilton cheese for another variety if desired.
- The dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it perfect for meal prep or quick weekday lunches.
- Serve this salad as a refreshing starter or light main course for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties.
