Really depends on what allergy research you subscribe to as to whether you give strawbs or not. We have no history of allergies in our family and as such I haven't avoided any high allergen foods for Phoebe. It's personal choice.
Apple and carrot can be steamed or grated if you're worried about choking. In reality, if you are offering finger foods from day 1 then the risk of them choking on anything is much lower than if you are spooning food into their mouths. But again, you need to be comfortable so it's all about you choosing what's safe for your kid. Phoebe gagged a lot in the early days, even on banana and avocado. But gagging is different to choking and is normal.
If I were to warn against any fruit/veg, I would say don't go too hard on the banana. It is very sweet and can make them reluctant to try other things and it can also make them a bit constipated.

ETA: PMSL @ Lulu. I think sultanas are one of those amazing foods that seem to make it unscathed through the human digestive system. Natty's nappies often contained rehydrated sultanas, LOL! Tomato goop (sauce full of veges) looks the same going into Phoebe as it does coming out too.