2023-06-20
By Summer Berry Delight
Summer
Salad
Save time and get perfectly uniform slices by using a mandoline slicer. It’s quicker than cutting by hand, and it gives you thin, evenly sliced strawberries and avocado.
Toss your favorite nuts (such as almonds or walnuts) in a little olive oil and seasoning, and pop them in the air fryer for 5 minutes. The result? Perfectly roasted nuts to sprinkle over your salad in no time.
Use a salad spinner to quickly wash and dry your leafy greens and other veggies. This tool removes excess water, leaving you with crisp, dry ingredients that are ready to go straight into your salad.
Use fresh, ripe strawberries and avocados for the best flavor and texture. Make sure the strawberries are sweet and the avocado is creamy.
A light drizzle of lemon or lime juice can bring out the natural sweetness of the strawberries and balance the richness of the avocado.
For extra freshness, mix in greens like spinach, arugula, or baby kale to complement the creamy texture of the avocado and the sweetness of the strawberries.
Add a bit of crunch with toasted almonds, sunflower seeds, or walnuts to enhance the texture and add a nutty flavor contrast.
A light balsamic glaze or olive oil-based vinaigrette is ideal for this salad, as it won’t overpower the delicate flavors of the fruits.
For the freshest flavor and texture, serve the salad right after assembling, as avocado can brown and strawberries may lose their juiciness if left too long.
Preparation Time 15 min
Cook Time 10 min
Total time 25 min