Strawberry Salad with Candied Almonds and Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

By barbgreenfield

Ingredients

• Strawberry Salad with Candied Almonds and Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
• mixed greens
• chevre (goat cheese)
• strawberries, cut in fourths
• strawberry balsamic vinaigrette (recipe follows)
• candied almonds (recipe follows)
• Arrange the desired amounts of each ingredient on separate plates, or toss in a large bowl.
• Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
• 5 large strawberries, cut in pieces
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
• Candied Almonds
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Preparation

Step 1

1. Sprinkle brown sugar in a skillet set over medium heat. As it heats up, add the water to help it dissolve. Watch carefully as the sugar water comes to a boil. When the water boils off, you will notice a change in the bubbles. Instead of being wet, they will start to thicken and turn darker.





2. When the sugar mixture turns thick, add in the almonds. Toss to coat them in the sugar syrup. Allow to cool.