Description
A refreshing and nutritious blueberry broccoli spinach salad with a delightful mix of flavors and textures. This vibrant salad is packed with antioxidants and is perfect for a light and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Bowl Ingredients:
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups broccoli florets (lightly blanched or raw)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or sunflower seeds
- 1/2 avocado (diced, optional)
Dressing Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, broccoli florets, blueberries, red onion, and feta cheese. Add avocado and nuts or seeds just before serving.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately, or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Lightly steam broccoli if you prefer a softer texture.
- Store dressing separately if making ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
