A Year-Round Guide to Franklin and Nantahala

Yield: 4 servings. 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced 1 quart fresh strawberries, topped and halved 4 large fresh basil leaves, chopped 4 fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lime

Rosemary and Goat Cheese Strata

Yield: 4 servings. 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced 1 quart fresh strawberries, topped and halved 4 large fresh basil leaves, chopped 4 fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lime

Strawberry & Kiwi Salad with Balsamic Glaze Recipe

Yield: 4 servings.

3 kiwis, peeled and sliced
1 quart fresh strawberries, topped and halved
4 large fresh basil leaves, chopped
4 fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Pinch of salt
4 ounces goat cheese
4 tablespoons balsamic glaze

Place kiwis, strawberries, basil, and mint in a large mixing bowl. Squeeze lime juice over fruit and sprinkle with salt. Toss gently. Crumble goat cheese over the fruit and refrigerate until ready to serve. Drizzle balsamic glaze over salad just before serving.

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This story was published on May 04, 2017

Lynn Wells

Lynn Wells gained a fond respect and interest in cooking from her mother and Aunt Addie at the age of 8 in North Carolina. During college, Wells worked in a wide range of restaurants, from fine dining to family- owned. After graduating from UNC Greensboro with a degree in nutrition management and hospitality, Wells began a 21-year career in the nutrition department at Cone Health. In 2014, Wells started Thyme Well Spent Personal Chef Service, an in-home cooking experience for private clients, which continues today. Wells is also a food writer, food stylist, culinary consultant, and the recipe developer/writer for Our State.