Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Blackberry, Avocado, and Arugula Salad, a delightful dish perfect for summer barbecues or light lunches. This salad features a refreshing blend of fresh blackberries’ tartness, creamy avocado, and the peppery kick of arugula. Not only is it visually stunning with its bright colors and textures, but it’s also packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious eaters. Whether you serve it as a standalone meal or as an accompaniment to grilled chicken, this salad is sure to impress with its unique flavor profile and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups arugula
- 1 cup blackberries
- 3/4 cup blueberries
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 ½ cups cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
- 3/4 tsp salt
- Pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, mint, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- In a large salad bowl, layer arugula followed by blackberries, blueberries, diced avocado, cucumber slices, feta cheese, and hazelnuts.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine ingredients without bruising the avocados.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg