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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad: Fresh Flavor in Every Bite

Experience the vibrant flavors of Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad, a nutritious and delightful dish perfect for spring.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 bag Mixed Salad Greens Can use spinach, arugula, or kale.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Use raspberries or strawberries if unavailable.
Crunchy Elements
  • 1/2 cup Shelled Pistachios Almonds or walnuts can be used for different flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Goat cheese or ricotta can be substituted.
  • 1 small Red Onion (Thinly Sliced) Green onions can provide a milder flavor.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil or canola oil can be used.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used if unavailable.
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard Use yellow mustard or omit if preferred.
  • to taste Salt Sea salt can be used.
  • to taste Black Pepper Any preferred seasoning salt can be used.

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • colander
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the mixed salad greens under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner.
  2. Rinse the fresh blueberries under cool water and let them drain.
  3. Chop the shelled pistachios coarsely.
  4. Crumble the feta cheese over the salad.
  5. Slice the red onion thinly and add to the salad.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh. Dress just before serving to keep greens crisp.

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