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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad for a Fresh Flavor Boost

A vibrant Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad that combines juicy blueberries, crunchy pistachios, and creamy feta for a refreshing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 cups Mixed Salad Greens Can substitute arugula for a peppery kick.
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Choose ripe, plump blueberries.
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios Feel free to swap with almonds.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Goat cheese works as an excellent alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced; can be replaced with sweeter onion or omitted.
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Honey Adjust according to sweetness preference.
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tsp Salt Use to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Fresh ground for best flavor.

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the mixed salad greens thoroughly under cold water and dry them.
  2. Rinse the fresh blueberries under cool water and let them drain.
  3. Roughly chop the pistachios and sprinkle them over the salad greens.
  4. Crumble the feta cheese and thinly slice the red onion before adding them to the bowl.
  5. Whisk together the olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss without crushing the blueberries.
  7. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the freshest experience, dress the salad just before serving to keep the greens crisp.

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