Strawberry Salad in 5 Ways [RECIPES]

Nutritional value of strawberries

Strawberries are not only one of summer's favourite treats, but also a source of nutrients and vitamins, including C, B2, B3, A, and E. You'll find silicon and phosphorus in them, essential for healthy skin, bones, and hair, as well as zinc. Strawberries also contain magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron.

These wonderful fruits soothe inflammation in the body, and additionally, they de-acidify it. They also lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease, and regulate blood sugar levels. By eating strawberries, you boost your immune system and protect yourself against cancerous diseases!

How to store strawberries?

Wondering how to store strawberries to keep them fresh and retain all their properties? It's best to leave them out, however, if you don't have that option, transfer the strawberries to a bowl, cover them, and place them on the lowest shelf in the fridge. This is where the most favourable conditions prevail. It's worth remembering not to put washed strawberries in the fridge — we only rinse them just before eating. You can also freeze them to enjoy their unique taste and preserved nutritional values in winter.

Are strawberries high in calories?

And how many calories do strawberries have? Just 30-35 kcal per 100 grams of fruit! What can you do with strawberries, seeing as you don't have to limit yourself to just a few a day? A wonderful smoothie, a shortcrust pastry, sweet preserves, strawberry compote... You can also use them for fondue! The possibilities are endless — choose your favourite and enjoy the unique taste of summer.

A dependable salad spinner

If you want the salad you serve to always be crisp and delicious, invest in a salad spinner. Thanks to it, preparing meals where a good salad plays an important role can become much easier. Water will no longer collect in the bowls, and the leaves will be clean, crunchy, and light. A spinner will also save you valuable cooking time.

The choice of salad spinners is exceptionally wide. Their bowls are made not only of plastic but also of steel — so you are sure to find the perfect one for you. Despite the name, which suggests its use solely for lettuce, you can successfully dry other leafy greens such as spinach, lamb's lettuce, rocket, kale... and even your favourite herbs! Salad spinners are equipped with lids that also allow you to store vegetables in the fridge. It's a reliable solution for every kitchen!

A light salad with strawberries and rocket is an ideal proposal for a quick and healthy lunch, full of vitamins
and nutrients!

Ingredients:

• 100g strawberries
• 250g rocket
• one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
• five tablespoons of olive oil
• walnuts

Preparation:

1. Pour the balsamic vinegar and olive oil into a small jar or a special shaker and shake it thoroughly to create an emulsion for the dressing.
2. Rinse and dry the rocket — you can use a salad spinner for this purpose.
3. Wash the strawberries and cut them into quarters or slices.
4. Place all ingredients in a wide bowl.
5. Drizzle the dressing over everything, finally add the walnuts and mix — special salad servers may come in handy.
6. The salad is ready!

A strawberry salad with a refreshing hint of mint is a combination made for a hot day. A light yet satisfying meal will let you savour the true taste of summer!

Ingredients:

• 250g strawberries
• 60g feta cheese
• a handful of rocket or mixed salad leaves
• a handful of blueberries (optional)
• three tablespoons of fresh, chopped mint
• three tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• one tablespoon of honey
• two tablespoons of lemon juice
• salt and pepper
• a handful of nuts (optional)

Preparation:

1. Mix the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of mint.
2. Rinse, dry, and place the rocket/mixed salad leaves in a bowl.
3. Wash and cut the strawberries into quarters or slices, rinse the blueberries.
4. Grind black pepper using a salt and pepper mill.
5. Dice the cheese, then coat the pieces in pepper and the remaining 2 tablespoons of mint.
6. Place all ingredients in a bowl, season with salt and the remaining pepper, drizzle with dressing, and mix thoroughly.
7. That's all — enjoy your meal!

A salad with the addition of blue cheese is an exceptionally elegant composition of flavours, ideal for a summer candlelit dinner.

Ingredients:

• 250g strawberries
• 150g blue cheese
• two larger pears (firm and ripe) or peaches
• mixed salad leaves/lamb's lettuce
• half a bunch of parsley
• four tablespoons of olive oil
• two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
• one teaspoon of lemon juice
• salt, pepper, half a teaspoon of Provencal herbs

Preparation:

1. Add herbs and spices (to taste) to the balsamic vinegar. While stirring, gradually pour in the olive oil to form a dressing.
2. Rinse, dry, and place the salad leaves in a bowl.
3. Chop the parsley.
4. Wash the strawberries and cut them into slices or quarters.
5. Peel the pears/peaches — the process will be much easier using a special vegetable peeler — then wash them, dice, and sprinkle with lemon juice — this will prevent them from browning.
6. Dice the blue cheese — special cheese knives will make slicing easier.
7. Place all ingredients in a bowl, drizzle with dressing, and mix thoroughly.
8. Enjoy!

Looking for a good source of potassium, magnesium, and calcium, all wrapped up in a tasty vegetable? Reach for asparagus — it's a real vitamin bomb! By including them in your diet, you provide your body with a huge dose of essential nutrients. A salad with strawberries and asparagus is truly an exceptional combination!

Ingredients:

• half a bunch of green asparagus
• a small head of lettuce
• 250g strawberries
• 100g cheese, e.g., feta, goat's or camembert
• two tablespoons of olive oil
• juice of half a lemon
• almond flakes/sunflower seeds
• coarsely ground black pepper, sea salt

Preparation:

1. Rinse, dry, and tear the lettuce into small pieces.
2. Wash the asparagus and snap off the woody ends, then cut into 2 cm pieces.
3. Steam the prepared asparagus for 2-3 minutes. Steaming will be easier with suitable dishes — this way, the vegetables won't lose their valuable nutrients.
4. Blanch the cooked asparagus under cold water and drain.
5. Wash the strawberries and slice or quarter them, dice the cheese.
6. Mix the olive oil with lemon juice and spices.
7. Place all ingredients in a bowl, mix, and drizzle with dressing.
8. Sprinkle the salad with almond flakes or sunflower seeds. Done!

Spinach is considered one of the healthiest leafy greens. Regular consumption even protects against the development of cancers. In combination with strawberries, it is becoming increasingly popular — a salad consisting of these ingredients is a huge dose of vitamins!

Ingredients:

• two handfuls of baby spinach
• 250g strawberries
• one avocado
• sunflower seeds
• three tablespoons of olive oil
• three teaspoons of honey
• three tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
• salt and pepper

Preparation:

1. Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and spices — in a small bowl or using a dressing shaker.
2. Rinse and dry the spinach — a salad spinner will work best for this.
3. Wash the strawberries and cut them into quarters, dice the avocado.
4. Transfer all ingredients to a salad bowl, sprinkle with sunflower seeds.
5. Drizzle the salad with dressing. Done!

Enjoy the taste of summer in the form of sweet strawberries and take care of your health and that of your loved ones by incorporating these valuable fruits into your daily diet — not just during the summer, but all year round!