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Flavorful Brown Butter Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad Easy Homemade Recipe with Pickled Onions

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A delightful salad combining nutty brown butter, sweet strawberries, tangy goat cheese, and pickled onions for a perfect blend of textures and flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups mixed salad greens (baby spinach, arugula, butter lettuce), washed and dried
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup pickled red onions (homemade or store-bought)
  • ½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pickled onions if making your own: Thinly slice 1 medium red onion and place in a jar. Heat ½ cup apple cider vinegar with 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon salt until dissolved. Pour over onions, let cool, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
  2. Brown the butter: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Swirl the pan gently as the butter foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat immediately once browned to avoid burning.
  3. Make the dressing: Transfer the brown butter into a small bowl. Whisk in 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Prep the salad ingredients: Wash and dry 6 cups mixed greens. Slice 1 cup fresh strawberries and crumble 4 oz goat cheese. Roughly chop ½ cup toasted nuts and drain ½ cup pickled onions.
  5. Toss the salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine greens, strawberries, and pickled onions. Drizzle the brown butter dressing over and gently toss using salad tongs or clean hands to avoid bruising the leaves.
  6. Plate and garnish: Transfer salad to serving bowl or plates. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and toasted nuts on top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not let the brown butter cool too much before mixing with vinegar and honey for better emulsification. Keep greens dry to prevent sogginess. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. Store salad components separately if preparing ahead.

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Keywords: brown butter salad, strawberry salad, goat cheese salad, pickled onions, easy salad recipe, summer salad, healthy salad

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