30-Minute Pickled Strawberry Salad

Sounds weird, but it's very mild; a 30-minute pickling time gives the strawberries a slight sweet-tart taste. Try it, I think you'll like it!

Strawberry Pickles

1/2 c. water

3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar

1 Tbsp. honey, + 1 tsp.

1/4 tsp. salt

1 green onion, thinly sliced

1 c. strawberries, halved or quartered

2 Tbsp. olive oil

Several big handfuls salad greens

1/4 c. sliced, toasted almonds (Trader Joe's sells them pre-toasted)

Salt and pepper

To make strawberry pickles, combine the water, vinegar, 2 Tbsp. honey, salt, and onions in a medium bowl. Add the strawberries, making sure they are covered with the liquid. Allow to sit for about 20-30 minutes.

Drain, saving 3 Tbsp. of the liquid. Whisk together with 1 tsp. honey and olive oil to make the salad's vinaigrette.

Lightly toss together the greens, strawberries, and almonds. Dress with the vinaigrette, and season with salt and pepper if desired.

Recipe created or adapted by Liz Talley, Urban Graze

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