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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Brighten Your Day with Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

This Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad combines sweet blueberries and crunchy pistachios, offering a refreshing taste of spring.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Opt for curly greens for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Can swap for cranberries or peaches.
  • 1/2 cup Shelled Pistachios Toasted almonds can elevate the texture.
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Goat cheese is a nice alternative.
  • 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced; consider sweeter onion for a subtler flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality oil for depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust to preferred sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Try flavored balsamic for a unique twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Acts as an emulsifier.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry mixed salad greens thoroughly. Use a salad spinner to ensure they’re completely dry.
  2. Rinse blueberries under cool water and let dry. Chop shelled pistachios, crumble feta cheese, and thinly slice red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper, then whisk until emulsified.
  4. Add blueberries, pistachios, feta, and red onion to the bowl of salad greens. Drizzle with dressing and mix gently.
  5. Toss the mixture gently to evenly distribute the ingredients and dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure salad greens are completely dry; excess moisture can make for a soggy salad. Store leftovers separately for freshness.

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