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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad: Fresh Flavors for Any Occasion

This Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad combines juicy blueberries with crunchy pistachios, making it a perfect choice for any fresh occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Optionally incorporate spinach or kale.
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Choose ripe and juicy blueberries.
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios Can substitute with toasted almonds.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Goat cheese can be substituted.
  • 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced; soak in cold water if needed.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Acts as an emulsifier.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Salad Spinner
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • zip-top bag
  • Rolling Pin
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the mixed salad greens thoroughly and spin dry.
  2. Rinse the blueberries and pat dry with a paper towel.
  3. Chop the shelled pistachios into smaller pieces.
  4. Crumble feta cheese into small chunks.
  5. Slice the red onion into thin rings and soak in cold water for a few minutes.
  6. Whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  7. Combine the greens, blueberries, chopped pistachios, crumbled feta, and drained onions in a bowl.
  8. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best taste, serve fresh at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing for up to 2 days.

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