Blackberry & Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
Indulge in the vibrant and refreshing Blackberry & Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette, a perfect dish for summer days. This salad combines the sweet juiciness of fresh blackberries with the creamy texture of ripe avocado, all topped with a tangy vinaigrette that brings everything together. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an effortless addition to picnics, barbecues, or light lunches at home. The delightful colors and flavors are sure to impress your guests, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 oz mixed greens or baby spinach
- Avocado, thinly sliced
- Cup fresh blackberries
- Small red onion, thinly sliced
- Cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
- Cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar.
- In a large mixing bowl or platter, layer mixed greens followed by sliced avocado, blackberries, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled cheese (if using), and nuts.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and top with freshly cracked black pepper. Toss gently if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg