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    Strawberry Butter Lettuce Salad

    Published: Jun 21, 2021 · Modified: Feb 6, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 44 Comments

    This summer Strawberry Butter Lettuce Salad has fresh strawberries, crunchy candied almonds, and tangy goat cheese for the perfect combination of flavors. Top with a strawberry vinaigrette and you will have your go-to summer salad!

    strawberry butter lettuce salad with strawberry dressing on the side
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    One of my favorite times of year is the beginning of summer when strawberry season is in full swing. I always go a little crazy at the strawberry farm and find myself making strawberry everything, including this Strawberry Butter Lettuce Salad.

    This salad has the perfect combination of sweet, salty, tangy, and crunchy to satisfy anyone. You could serve this as a light meal or increase the portions for the perfect summer salad for a gathering.

    If you are looking for more strawberry recipes, check out my Strawberry Ice Cream Cheesecake, Air Fryer Strawberry Turnovers, Instant Pot Strawberry Cheesecake, or Dehydrated Strawberries.

    And, if you want more delicious salad recipes, check out this collection of 30 Simple Salad Recipes at eightyrecipes.com!

    butter lettuce salad with strawberry vinaigrette, almonds and feta cheese

    Ingredients Needed to Make a Strawberry Butter Lettuce Salad

    Lettuce- I used butter lettuce for this salad because I love the flavor and texture of butter lettuce and it works well with all of the bold flavors going into this salad. I also love the way butter lettuce can be presented in the bowl.

    Strawberries- You will need fresh strawberries that are just slightly firm for easier slicing and so that they hold up when mixing in the salad. If the strawberries are too soft they will break up too much.

    Nuts- I found some honey-roasted sliced almonds at the grocery store and they were the perfect sweet addition to this salad. You could also toast or slice your own, but I'm all about ease and convenience. If you prefer almonds that are not sweetened, they would be delicious too.

    Cheese- Crumbled goat cheese was my first choice for this salad because of its strong tangy flavor and the texture is always perfect for salads. I used a crumbled goat cheese which seems to work better than the log form which tends to be softer.

    butter lettuce with strawberries, almonds and goat cheese

    Other Flavor Combinations for this Salad

    One of the great things about salads is you can substitute and add anything you like. For the lettuce spinach or mixed greens are a good substitution since they are still soft and mild in flavor. Walnuts or pecans are also delicious in salads. If you don't like goat cheese, you could also use feta or blue cheese.

    strawberry shrub salad dressing in a shaker bottle
    Strawberry Shrub Vinaigrette

    Which Salad Dressing to Use for this Recipe

    I recommend a sweet and tangy dressing like my Strawberry Shrub Vinaigrette or a balsamic vinaigrette for this salad. I wouldn't recommend a creamy dressing like ranch or blue cheese unless you omit the goat cheese. Of course, you can use any salad dressing you like.

    strawberry almond goat cheese salad
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    butter lettuce salad with strawberry vinaigrette

    Strawberry Butter Lettuce Salad

    This summer Strawberry Butter Lettuce Salad has strawberries, candied almonds, and goat cheese for the perfect combination of flavors.
    5 from 23 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 262kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • medium bowl
    • sharp knife

    Ingredients

    • 3-4 medium strawberries, thinly sliced
    • ½ head butter lettuce, rinsed and dried
    • 2 tablespoon candied almonds
    • 2 tablespoon crumbled goat cheese
    • strawberry shrub vinigrette (or balsamic vinaigrette)

    Instructions

    • Rinse, dry, and hull the strawberries. Cut each one into thin slices and set aside.
      hulled and sliced strawberries
    • Rinse and dry the butter lettuce and cut off the core at the bottom to create separate leaves. Arrange the leave around the bottom of the bowl in 3-4 layers starting largest to smallest. Place the strawberries on top of the lettuce.
      butter lettuce and strawberries in a bowl
    • Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese and candied almonds on top. Add your favorite salad dressing and enjoy!
      butter lettuce with strawberries, almonds and goat cheese

    Notes

    • Nutrition values for salad only, no dressing.
    • If you are making for a crowd, I would recommend serving without the dressing. This way you can store the leftovers covered in the fridge. If the salad had dressing on it, it will get soggy. 
    • Substitutions include spinach or mixed greens, walnuts or pecans, and feta or blue cheese.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.8g | Protein: 13.3g | Fat: 19.2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 407mg | Fiber: 4.6g | Sugar: 4.3g | Calcium: 339mg | Iron: 1mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Pam Greer says

      June 28, 2021 at 2:51 pm

      5 stars
      What a delicious salad! So perfect for summer!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 29, 2021 at 2:12 pm

        Thanks, Pam, I agree, perfect for summer.

        Reply
    2. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

      June 28, 2021 at 8:14 am

      5 stars
      I've decided this is what I want for dinner; it sounds perfect in combination with strawberries and goat cheese...mmmmmmm! I can't wait for tonight! The meat lovers have schnitzels to go with this beautiful salad; I'm happy with just it:)))

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 29, 2021 at 2:19 pm

        I hope you love this salad and the meat lovers taste it and love it too!! Strawberries and goat cheese are meant to go together!

        Reply
    3. Lilly says

      June 28, 2021 at 1:57 am

      5 stars
      Such a tasty salad! Will def make again!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 28, 2021 at 8:01 pm

        Oh good, thanks Lilly!

        Reply
    4. Gabriela Herrera says

      June 28, 2021 at 1:31 am

      5 stars
      This salad is so beautiful and nutritious and the balsamic dressing just takes it up to a whole new level.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 29, 2021 at 2:18 pm

        Don't you just love it when healthy and delicious go together??😁

        Reply
    5. Gina Abernathy says

      June 27, 2021 at 2:21 am

      5 stars
      This salad looks so refreshing. It is hot here in the south so preparing and eating something light and cool is just what I need during the summer months. Right now we have a nice supply of strawberries, so this salad is right on time.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 27, 2021 at 1:57 pm

        Perfect timing! This is the perfect salad for warm weather 😎

        Reply
    6. Swathi says

      June 26, 2021 at 8:47 pm

      5 stars
      This strawberry lettuce salad looks really yummy

      Reply
    7. Audrey says

      June 26, 2021 at 7:58 pm

      5 stars
      I loved the dressing on this salad. So refreshing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 26, 2021 at 10:19 pm

        Thanks, Audrey, I'm so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    8. Sue says

      June 26, 2021 at 3:25 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great combination! I only had regular almonds and they were delish, but I'm going to look for the honey roasted ones to try for the next time. Because there WILL be a next time!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 26, 2021 at 10:20 pm

        I'm sure the regular almonds were almost as good, but I do have to say those honey-roasted almonds are quite a treat even on their own. Enjoy!

        Reply
    9. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      June 26, 2021 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      I've grown so accustomed to ordering my groceries and simply picking them up, but they never seem to have butter lettuce available. I need to make the trek out to an actual grocery store to see if I can find any. This salad looks so wonderfully delicious with the addition of strawberries and goat cheese!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 26, 2021 at 3:12 pm

        The butter lettuce is delicious, but of course you can substitute if you have to. It’s really the strawberries and goat cheese that make it for me!

        Reply
    10. Giangi Townsend says

      June 26, 2021 at 2:22 pm

      5 stars
      The perfect and refreshing summer salad. I cannot wait to make it.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 26, 2021 at 3:12 pm

        It’s like summer in bowl! 😍 enjoy!

        Reply
    11. Leslie says

      June 26, 2021 at 2:18 pm

      5 stars
      Great strawberry salad recipe!

      Reply
    12. Jeannie says

      June 26, 2021 at 1:51 pm

      5 stars
      strawberry salad, sounds like very refreshing to try! perfect timing since its strawberry season. I need to make for myself

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 26, 2021 at 3:13 pm

        I can never get enough strawberries, especially this time of year. I hope you get a chance to try this salad soon.

        Reply
    13. Brianna says

      June 25, 2021 at 11:34 pm

      5 stars
      Love the combo of strawberries and candied almonds!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 26, 2021 at 1:30 pm

        A match made in heaven 😂

        Reply
    14. Jamie says

      June 25, 2021 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      The strawberries and almonds are such a great addition!

      Reply
    15. veenaazmanov says

      June 25, 2021 at 5:50 pm

      5 stars
      Nutty, Fruity, Cheesy and healthy greens. I love this salad platter. Perfect for a party or festive table too.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 8:29 pm

        Yes, yes, and yes!!! 😁

        Reply
    16. Alejandra says

      June 25, 2021 at 5:39 pm

      5 stars
      I loooooove salads with goat cheese, but have never tried with strawberry and almonds—- but this combo sounds SO good. I’m going to add this to my weekly meals to make with the fresh strawberries I have sitting in my fridge!!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 8:28 pm

        You are going to love this combination, enjoy!

        Reply
    17. Laura says

      June 25, 2021 at 4:30 pm

      5 stars
      We made this for dinner last night and loved it, so great not to make the kitchen hot.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 8:29 pm

        So glad to hear it!

        Reply
    18. Marlynn says

      June 25, 2021 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      Such a wonderful summer salad! Love the crunch of the almonds with the sweetness of the strawberries.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 8:29 pm

        Thanks, Marylynn!

        Reply
    19. Lisa Kerhin says

      June 25, 2021 at 4:16 pm

      What a delicious salad! I love using butter lettuce in salads.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 4:23 pm

        Thanks! I agree, I think it gets passed up sometimes but it really is delicious.

        Reply
    20. Jill says

      June 25, 2021 at 3:55 pm

      5 stars
      Gorgeous salad and that strawberry shrub vinaigrette is divine!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 4:28 pm

        Thanks, Jill, I’m glad you liked the dressing too!

        Reply
    21. Liz says

      June 25, 2021 at 3:20 pm

      5 stars
      These are my favorite kinds of salad and this one doesn't disappoint!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 4:23 pm

        I’m so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    22. Angela says

      June 25, 2021 at 2:55 pm

      5 stars
      Wonderful fresh salad that is perfect for summer!

      Reply
    23. Erin Gierhart says

      June 25, 2021 at 2:45 pm

      5 stars
      The textures and flavors of this salad are perfect for summer!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 4:26 pm

        There is nothing better than a delicious salad on a hot summer day!

        Reply
    24. LIllian says

      June 25, 2021 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so lovely, can't wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 25, 2021 at 4:24 pm

        Thanks, Lillian! You are going to love it!

        Reply

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