Pretty food simply tastes better and different textures make it more interesting. Just as the name says, this salad is a colorful poem and a perfect way to include all essential components into your diet.
Strawberries, spinach, red onions and avocados for the aesthetics and healthy nutrients, the crunchy toasted almonds on top and the small grainy poppy seeds in the dressing for the texture, a little sweetness from honey mixed with the bitterness of mustard and tangy flavour of orange and the addition of healthy grilled white meat makes it a versatile eating experience that will leave a lasting impression on your senses.
The idea with this salad is to just get as many different colours and nutrients into one meal as possible. You can play with the ingredients and pick your favorite fruits and vegetables and go with it. As simple as it sounds!
If you don´t like strawberries, try replacing them with mangoes. You can´t find baby spinach, get argula or any other greens that make you happy!
Same rule for meat! Grilled fish or well-marinated veal steaks are my favourite choices after chicken. Just take whatever your heart desires!
A salad is not complete without the croutons and cheese. And what if you combine both? Trust me, it´s beyond your imagination. Covering the feta with breadcrumbs and frying them in oil adds a beautiful crunch to the creamy cheese.
Oh, and let´s not forget admiring the beautiful vinaigrette. I love the fact that it can used both as dressing and marinade. Things that make cooking easy are always the best!
So, there it is. My favourite salad of all times, loaded with vibrant colours and delightful textures. Yet super easy to put together. Fresh, healthy, and so pretty. You´re going to LOVE it. Trust me!
Don´t forget to share your recreation with me on Insta by using the hashtag #chefonrhine. I love seeing them!
