Debbie Fetter, who earned her Ph.D. in nutritional biology from UC Davis and teaches the popular Nutrition 10 course within the UC Davis Department Nutrition, provided nutritional information about some of the key ingredients in the salad:
Strawberries
High in vitamin C: one cup of sliced strawberries provides more than the vitamin C daily value; source of water-soluble fiber, which helps promote satiety, blood glucose control and prevents the absorption of some dietary cholesterol; collectively helps improve heart health.
Spinach
Good source of water-insoluble fiber, which helps reduce risk of colon cancer; great source of beta carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body and helps protect epithelial tissues (e.g., skin, organs, blood vessels); high in zeaxanthin and lutein, which are carotenoids that helps with eye health; contains essential nutrients, like folate, vitamin K and vitamin C.
Almonds
Healthful unsaturated fats, fiber, protein, antioxidants and essential micronutrients; excellent source of vitamin E: one ounce provides nearly half of the daily value; vitamin E is an essential nutrient that acts as an antioxidant and protects cells from damage.
Avocado
Heart-healthy monounsaturated fats that help improve blood cholesterol levels; good source of water-soluble fiber and pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), folate, copper, potassium, vitamin K and vitamin E; intake linked to improved satiety, immune health, cardiovascular health, bone health and digestive health.
Goat Cheese
Good source of complete protein; contains probiotics, which help promote gut health and reduce inflammation; good source of essential vitamins and minerals such as calcium, phosphorous, copper, vitamin A and potassium.