Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack Recipe

A vibrant spring salad bursting with juicy strawberries, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and crunchy pecans! This easy 10-minute recipe, shared by friend Mindi Roberts, combines sweet and savory flavors in a light and refreshing red wine vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or a delightful summer appetizer.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 1574.7 kcal

Protein 21g

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Ingredients for Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack

Bibb Lettuce
Monterey Jack Cheese
1/4 cup pecans, roughly chopped
Sunflower Seeds
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
White Onion
Sugar
Red Wine Vinegar
Dry Mustard
Vegetable Oil
Poppy Seeds

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How to Make Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack

Wash and tear 5 oz of spring mix salad greens into bite-sized pieces.
Cut 4 oz of Monterey Jack cheese into small cubes.
Hull and slice 1 cup of fresh strawberries.
In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinaigrette ingredients (see recipe below).
Combine the lettuce, cheese, strawberries, 1/4 cup pecans, and 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

320g

Fat

94g

Carbs

29g

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Starters Appetizers & Snacks Salads Lunch Sweets & Sides Side Dishes The Americas American Southern Healthy Vegetarian Gluten Free Spring Recipes Summer Recipes 30 Minutes Or Less

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack?

Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack?

Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack has approximately 1574.7 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 29 g carbohydrates and 210 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack?

The key ingredients for Strawberry Salad With Monterey Jack are Bibb Lettuce, Monterey Jack Cheese, Pecans, Sunflower Seeds, Fresh Strawberries, White Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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