Blackberry & Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Blackberry & Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette, a delightful dish perfect for summer gatherings. This refreshing salad features creamy avocado and sweet blackberries, all tossed together with a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Not only is it visually stunning with its rich colors, but it’s also quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for casual lunches or elegant dinner parties. Packed with nutrients from fresh greens, nuts, and cheese, this salad not only pleases the palate but also provides a healthy bite. Impress your guests or treat yourself to this delicious combination—your taste buds will thank you!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 oz mixed greens or baby spinach
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
- 1 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl or serving platter, layer mixed greens first and add sliced avocado evenly over the top.
- Scatter blackberries and thinly sliced red onion across the salad.
- Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese (or feta) over everything and top with toasted pecans (or walnuts).
- Just before serving, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and finish with freshly cracked black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg