Kiwi and Lime Strawberry Salad
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5
Kiwi and Lime Strawberry Salad
Description
Kiwi and Lime Strawberry Salad uses a base of fresh leafy greens—arugula and spinach—that provide a peppery and mild backdrop for the fruity components. Diced strawberries and kiwifruit bring sweetness and tartness, complemented by a lime juice and honey dressing with a hint of ground ginger for warmth. The salad method involves mixing the fruit and greens first, then shaking the dressing ingredients to combine before tossing everything together. Optional toppings like toasted pecans or sunflower seeds add crunchy texture, while cheese such as Gouda contributes a savory note.
The salad's balance of sweet, tart, and slightly spicy elements makes it suitable as a light meal or a side salad that can brighten a variety of dishes. It benefits from fresh, bite-sized pieces to ensure uniform flavor in each forkful. The dressing is straightforward to make and can be adjusted to taste by varying honey or lime amounts.
To finalize, adding nuts or cheese as preferred allows customization for different texture preferences or dietary needs. The salad is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of greens and the juicy texture of fruits.
Ingredients
Strawberry Salad
- 6 cups spinach fresh, bite-size pieces, mix
- 6 cups arugula fresh, bite-size pieces, mix
- 1 cup strawberry diced
- 2-3 pieces kiwifruit cut into bite-size pieces
Lime & Honey Dressing
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- In large bowl, mix spinach, strawberries, kiwifruit.
- In tightly covered container, shake dressing ingredients until smooth. Pour over salad; toss to mix.
- Top with toasted pecans and cheese is desired,
Notes
- Top the salad with toasted pecans or sunflower seeds for crunchy texture.
- Add Gouda cheese or another mild cheese to introduce creaminess if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 205 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 205kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 612mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 8439IU | 169% |
| Vitamin C | 71mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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