Strawberry Blue Cheese Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 6 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 150g blue cheese, crumbled
• 2 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, iceberg, or green leaf lettuce)
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: None (this is a salad)

Difficulty Level:

Level 2 (Simple to moderate, easy to follow)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the salad greens by washing and drying them. Arrange on a serving plate or bowl.
2. In a small bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese.
3. In another bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make a dressing.
4. Toss the strawberries with the blue cheese and arrange on top of the salad greens.
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approx. 350 per serving (based on using the given ingredients)
• Fat: 26g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a perfect combination of fresh strawberries and creamy blue cheese, providing a sweet and savory taste experience.
• The balsamic vinegar and lemon juice add a tangy note to the dressing, complementing the flavor of the blue cheese and strawberries.
• It is a refreshing dish that is perfect for summer or as a side dish for any meal.

User Comments:

1. "This salad was amazing! The combination of flavors was so unique and delicious."
2. "I love the tangy dressing paired with the sweet strawberries and creamy blue cheese."
3. "This salad was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh strawberries for best results. If not in season, you can use frozen ones that have been thawed.
• Blue cheese can be quite strong in flavor, so adjust the amount according to your preference.
• The dressing can be adjusted by adding more or less vinegar or lemon juice to taste.