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Blackberry & Avocado Salad

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A fresh and vibrant salad combining succulent blackberries with creamy avocado, topped with a sweet-tart honey lemon vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 5 oz mixed greens or baby spinach
  • 1/2 piece avocado, sliced Choose a ripe avocado for the best creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta Feel free to substitute with blue cheese or vegan options.
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts Important to toast the nuts for enhanced flavor.
  • to taste freshly cracked black pepper
Vinaigrette Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey Can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Set aside.
  2. Toast the Nuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans or walnuts for 2-3 minutes until they’re fragrant. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced avocado, fresh blackberries, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted nuts.
  4. Dress the Salad: Just before serving, drizzle the salad lightly with the vinaigrette and gently toss to coat, taking care not to mush the ingredients.
  5. Serve: Plate immediately and finish with freshly cracked black pepper for an added kick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 220mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7g

Notes

This salad shines on its own but also pairs well with grilled chicken or fish. Consume leftovers within a day for the best flavor and freshness, as the greens can become soggy.
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