Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Blackberry, Avocado and Arugula Salad, an ideal dish for summer gatherings or a refreshing light meal any time of year. With a peppery arugula base, juicy blackberries, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime mint vinaigrette, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. It’s versatile enough to be enjoyed as a side dish or topped with grilled chicken or turkey for a satisfying main course. Impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with this delightful medley of taste and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups arugula
- 1 cup blackberries
- 3/4 cup blueberries
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 ½ cups cucumber, sliced thinly
- 1/3 cup feta cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
- 1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
- 3/4 tsp salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, chopped mint, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl or serving platter, layer arugula as the base.
- Top with blackberries, blueberries, diced avocado, sliced cucumber, crumbled feta (or dairy-free cheese), and toasted hazelnuts.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg