Description
Experience a burst of fresh flavors with this delightful Blueberry Spinach Salad, topped with a homemade blueberry vinaigrette. Combining the sweetness of ripe blueberries and the earthiness of baby spinach, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. It’s perfect for casual lunches or as an elegant side dish at dinner parties. In just 5 minutes, you can prepare this vibrant salad that not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body. With its quick assembly and versatile serving options, it’s a go-to recipe for health-conscious eaters looking to elevate their meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces Baby Spinach
- 6 ounces Fresh Blueberries
- 1 Cup Pecan Halves
- 1/4 Cup Sunflower Seeds
- 1/2 Cup Blue Cheese
- 1/4 Cups Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Blueberry Preserves
- 1 Tablespoon Stone Ground Mustard
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, blueberry preserves, stone ground mustard, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until emulsified.
- In a large bowl, combine baby spinach, blueberries, pecans, sunflower seeds, and blue cheese. Toss gently to mix.
- Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss again until well coated.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (~250g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg