Blackberry Avocado Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Blackberry Avocado Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh blackberries, the creamy richness of ripe avocado, and the tangy flair of goat cheese, this recipe offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Toasted pecans add a satisfying crunch, while the homemade balsamic vinaigrette—infused with honey and Dijon mustard—ties everything together with a luscious, zesty finish. Perfect as a light lunch, a show-stopping side dish, or a starter for any meal, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it as quick as it is delicious. Packed with healthy ingredients and endless appeal, this wholesome dish is a must-try for any salad lover!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Spring mix (or baby spinach)
- 1 cup Fresh blackberries
- 1 Avocado
- 0.25 cup Crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 cup Pecans (toasted)
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large salad bowl, layer the spring mix or baby spinach as the base.
Step 2
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Slice it thinly or cube it, as desired.
Step 3
Gently rinse the blackberries under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 4
Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove them from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 5
Place the sliced or cubed avocado, blackberries, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted pecans on top of the spring mix.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Step 7
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving, and toss gently to combine, if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (617.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1020.7 |
| Total Fat 85.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g | |
| Cholesterol 34.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1067.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.8g | |
| Protein 22.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 325.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2013.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories