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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad: A Fresh Take on Spring Flavors

Enjoy a vibrant Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad, perfect for spring gatherings and packed with wholesome flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 cups Mixed Salad Greens Mix of arugula and baby spinach
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Can substitute with strawberries or raspberries
  • 1/2 cup Shelled Pistachios Can substitute with toasted almonds or walnuts
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion, Thinly Sliced Use a milder onion if preferred
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can substitute with regular mustard
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Adjust based on personal preference

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Large Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the mixed salad greens, then place in a large bowl.
  2. Rinse fresh blueberries under cool running water and dry with a paper towel.
  3. Chop shelled pistachios and sprinkle over the salad greens.
  4. Crumble feta cheese and sprinkle generously over the salad.
  5. Thinly slice red onion and add it to the salad mixture.
  6. Whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding reserved whole blueberries and pistachios for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To maintain freshness, store salad components separately until ready to serve. Adjust seasoning to your taste after dressing the salad.

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