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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad to Brighten Your Day

Enjoy a refreshing Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad that highlights seasonal produce and nutrients, perfect for light meals and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 5 cups Mixed Salad Greens Mix arugula with spinach for added flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Can swap for sliced strawberries or peaches.
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios Almonds or walnuts can be used as alternatives.
  • 4 oz Crumbled Feta Cheese Goat cheese can be substituted.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced.
Honey-Balsamic Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard can be used.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • mixing bowl
  • large serving bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the mixed salad greens thoroughly under cold water and dry them using a salad spinner. Place in a large serving bowl.
  2. Rinse the fresh blueberries and let them drain. Roughly chop the shelled pistachios and sprinkle over the mixed greens.
  3. Crumble the feta cheese over the salad ingredients.
  4. Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad.
  5. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  7. Taste the salad for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after dressing. If preparing in advance, keep the dressing separate until just before serving to maintain freshness.

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