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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad: A Fresh Taste of Spring

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad is a vibrant and healthy option that celebrates seasonal ingredients with its juicy blueberries, crunchy pistachios, and creamy feta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 6 cups Mixed Salad Greens Consider using spinach or arugula for added variety.
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Can substitute with cranberries or halved strawberries.
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios Alternatively, toasted almonds or walnuts can be used.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Goat cheese or blue cheese are good substitutes.
  • 0.5 cups Red Onion (thinly sliced) Sweet onion varieties or green onions can be used.
Dressing
  • 0.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup or agave nectar can be great vegan alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Red wine or apple cider vinegar can be swapped.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard works well for added texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt and sea salt are good options.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly cracked black pepper for best flavor.

Equipment

  • Salad Spinner
  • large salad bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the mixed salad greens thoroughly under cold running water. Dry using a salad spinner or towel and place in a large salad bowl.
  2. Rinse the fresh blueberries in a colander and pat them dry.
  3. Roughly chop the shelled pistachios and sprinkle over the prepared greens.
  4. Crumble feta cheese over the salad and slice the red onion thinly. Distribute over the salad.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss using tongs.
  7. Serve immediately for the freshest taste and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1saladCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, prep the greens and dressing in advance. Combine them right before serving to maintain freshness and crispness.

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