For the Salad

1 cup almonds, slivered

12 oz mixed spring greens

16 oz strawberries, washed, hulled, & sliced

4 oz goat cheese, crumbled

For the Lemon Honey Vinaigrette

1⁄2 cup sunflower oil, safflower, OR extra-virgin olive oil (neutral-flavored)

5 tbsp lemon juice, freshly-squeezed

2 tbsp honey

1⁄4 tsp sea salt, plus additional to taste

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 tsp poppy seeds, optional

Adjust the rack to the center position and preheat the oven to 350°.

Spread the slivered almonds on a sheet pan and bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until fragrant and light brown, watching carefully to prevent burning. Set aside and allow to cool.

To prepare the vinaigrette, measure all of the ingredients into a Mason jar. Tightly screw on the lid and shake vigorously until everything is thoroughly combined.

Alternatively, you may whisk the ingredients together in a medium bowl or blend them in a mini food processor or blender.

To assemble the salad, layer the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, toasted slivered almonds, and crumbled goat cheese in a large bowl.

Before serving, dress with your desired amount of lemon honey vinaigrette and toss until the salad ingredients are evenly coated.

Sugar: 8g

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Calcium: 85mg

Calories: 3069kcal

Carbohydrates: 13g

Cholesterol: 7mg

Fat: 339g

Fiber: 3g

Iron: 1mg

Monounsaturated Fat: 280g

Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g

Potassium: 232mg

Protein: 7g

Saturated Fat: 35g

Sodium: 4123mg

Trans Fat: 1g

Vitamin A: 154IU

Vitamin C: 37mg