Vegan Strawberry Avocado Salad over Whipped Feta

The Vegan Strawberry Avocado Salad over Whipped Feta is a tasty and comforting meal. This dish contains 9 grams of fiber and 430 calories per serving. Takes 20 minutes to prepare this salad. We made this dish with strawberries, cucumbers, avocados, walnuts, chives, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, poppy seeds, seasoning, cannellini beans, feta cheese, Greek-style yogurt, lemon, and water. Pair this meal with vegan potato hash, grilled zucchini, tomato basil soup, avocado toast, roasted asparagus, chickpea salad, roasted sweet potatoes, or lentil soup. Store this Vegan Strawberry Avocado Salad over Whipped Feta for 3 days in the refrigerator.

STATS:

• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Course: Main
• Serving Size: 1 generous serving
• Cook Time: Nil
• Serving: 6
• Calories: 430 kcal
• Diet: Vegan
• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean

EQUIPMENT:

• Large mixing bowl
• Measuring spoons
• Chef’s knife
• Citrus zester
• Small food processor
• Measuring cups
• Cutting board
• Citrus juicer
• Spoon
• Small serving plates

INGREDIENTS:

STRAWBERRY AVOCADO SALAD:

• 1 lb sliced strawberries
• 4 sliced Persian cucumbers
• 1 tsp poppy seeds
• Quarter tsp salt
• 2 medium cubed avocados
• 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
• One tbsp maple syrup
• Two tbsp chopped chives
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

VEGAN WHITE BEAN FETA WHIP:

• 15 oz drained cannellini beans
• One small lemon, zested and juiced
• 5 oz crumbled vegan feta cheese
• 1–2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/3 cup unsweetened vegan Greek-style yogurt
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• Quarter tsp salt

INGREDIENT NOTES:

STRAWBERRIES:

• They give a natural sweet taste and juiciness in the salad. Their sweet taste works well with the tangy vinegar and whipped feta. You may use raspberries as another choice.

PERSIAN CUCUMBERS:

• These cucumbers give freshness and crunch in the meal. They have thin skin that works well in the salad. You may use English cucumbers as per your preference.

AVOCADO:

• It gives a creamy texture and mild taste in the salad. Avocado maintains the sweetness of the strawberries and provides healthy fats. You may use diced mango as a substitute.

WALNUTS:

• We use walnuts to include crunch and a nutty taste in the recipe. Walnuts give texture to the soft strawberries and avocado. You may use pistachios as another idea.

WHITE BALSAMIC VINEGAR:

• It gives acidity and gentle sweetness to the salad. Balsamic vinegar keeps the salad brighter and fresher. Utilize apple cider vinegar if you are not using white balsamic vinegar.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. First, wash the strawberries and cucumbers properly, then remove the strawberry stems.
2. Cut the avocado into cubes, then slice the cucumbers and strawberries evenly.
3. Whisk olive oil, black pepper, white balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and poppy seeds in the small bowl.
4. Put the strawberries, cucumbers, avocado, walnuts, and chives in the large bowl.
5. Mix the dressing with the salad then gently toss so the avocado does not mash.
6. Blend the drained cannellini beans, vegan feta, Greek-style yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, maple syrup, salt, & lemon juice in the food processor.
7. Adjust the seasonings in the whipped feta and spread it on the serving plates.
8. Spoon the strawberry avocado salad on top and finish with extra chopped walnuts, chives, or poppy seeds.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

BREAD:

GRAINS:

• Lemon Quinoa
• Herbed Couscous
• Brown Rice Pilaf
• Mediterranean Bulgur

VEGETABLES:

• Roasted Asparagus
• Grilled Zucchini
• Lemon Garlic Broccoli
• Roasted Sweet Potatoes

BRUNCH:

• Vegan Potato Hash
• Avocado Toast
• Vegan Breakfast Muffins
• Fresh Fruit Platter

LUNCH:

• Lentil Soup
• Tomato Basil Soup
• Grilled Vegetable Wrap
• Chickpea Salad

TIPS:

• Firm avocados do not mash easily when we toss the salad and give better results.
• Blend the beans till they get creamy and smooth to get the desired texture.
• Keep the salad chilled to make it fresh and refreshing.
• Serve the recipe right after making it to get better results.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Include the whipped feta and salad in different containers and store for 3 days.

FREEZER:

• Freezing this salad is not recommended.

FAQs:

Can I exclude vegan feta from the whipped feta?

• Yes, you may skip vegan feta and blend the cannellini beans with vegan yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and nutritional yeast as per your choice.

How to make this salad nut-free?

• You may replace the walnuts with sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.

Can I make this meal gluten-free?

• Yes, all the ingredients included in this salad are naturally gluten-free.

Are frozen strawberries good for this salad?

• Yes, you may add frozen strawberries for better results.

Can I prepare this whipped feta earlier?

• Yes, you may make it 2-3 days in advance and refrigerate for later use.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 430 kcal

Net Carbs: 32 g

Iron: 3 g

Total Carbs: 41 g

Vitamin A: 1,250 IU

Fiber: 9 g

Calcium: 150 g

Protein: 11 g

Sodium: 520 g

Potassium: 700 g