Blackberry Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad combining creamy avocado, sweet blackberries, and tangy goat cheese, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1 piece ripe avocado, sliced Use ripe avocados for creamy texture.
- 1 cup fresh blackberries Substitute with other berries if needed.
- 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled Can be substituted with feta, mozzarella, or omitted.
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans Toast pecans in a dry skillet for enhanced flavor.
- 1/4 piece red onion, thinly sliced
- Freshly cracked black pepper
Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare Vinaigrette
- Whisk vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.
Assemble Salad
- Layer greens, avocado, blackberries, goat cheese, pecans, and onions in a bowl.
Drizzle & Finish
- Add vinaigrette just before serving. Sprinkle with black pepper and enjoy!
Notes
Serve immediately after assembling for freshness. Perfect with grilled meats or warm bread. Leftovers can be stored separately in airtight containers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6g
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