Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsSmokin FinsStrawberry & Goat Cheese Salad Recipe

Strawberry & Goat Cheese Salad Recipe

Inspired by Smokin Fins
Time30m
Serves4

Spinach & arugula with sliced strawberries, goat cheese, candied pecans, bacon, shaved red onions, and sliced avocado tossed with a white balsamic vinaigrette.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Greens

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh spinach and arugula.

  2. 2

    Add Strawberries and Cheese

    Gently fold in the sliced strawberries and crumbled goat cheese to the greens.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Other Ingredients

    Add the candied pecans, cooked and crumbled bacon, shaved red onion, and sliced avocado on top of the salad mixture.

Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 4

    Mix the Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together the white balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Divide the salad into serving bowls and enjoy immediately for the best flavor.

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