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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad for a Refreshing Delight

Experience the vibrant Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad, a refreshing blend of flavors that's perfect for spring.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Arugula or spinach work well.
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Can substitute with strawberries.
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios Roughly chopped.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Substitute with goat cheese if desired.
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Choose high-quality oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Use high-quality vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Acts as an emulsifier.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Fine sea salt preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor.

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Whisk
  • salad spinner
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Add to a large salad bowl.
  2. Rinse the fresh blueberries under cool running water and dry them.
  3. Roughly chop the shelled pistachios and sprinkle them over the greens.
  4. Crumble the feta cheese into bite-sized pieces and distribute evenly.
  5. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad, then gently toss everything together.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat the ingredients.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all greens are completely dry before dressing to avoid sogginess. Reserve some blueberries and pistachios for garnish if desired.

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