Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsSpeziaStrawberry Salad Recipe

Strawberry Salad Recipe

Inspired by Spezia
Time30m
Serves4

Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese, Fresh Strawberries, Candied Pecans, & Raspberry Vinaigrette.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Strawberries

    Wash the fresh strawberries under cold water, then remove the stems and slice them into quarters.

  2. 2

    Crumble the Goat Cheese

    Take the goat cheese and crumble it into small pieces using your fingers or a fork.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Candied Pecans

    If you are using store-bought candied pecans, skip this step. Otherwise, toast raw pecans in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, then add 1/4 cup sugar and cook until the sugar melts and coats the pecans, stirring frequently. Allow to cool.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Combine the Salad Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens as the base.

  2. 5

    Add Strawberries and Goat Cheese

    Top the mixed greens with the sliced strawberries and crumbled goat cheese.

  3. 6

    Sprinkle on Candied Pecans

    Evenly distribute the candied pecans over the salad.

  4. 7

    Drizzle with Vinaigrette

    Finally, drizzle the raspberry vinaigrette over the top of the salad.

  5. 8

    Toss and Serve

    Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients, then serve immediately.

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