Blueberry Spinach Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Blueberry Spinach Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing. This refreshing salad combines crisp spinach leaves, sweet blueberries, crunchy pecans, and chewy cranberries, all enhanced by a luscious honey balsamic dressing that ties everything together beautifully. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for any gathering, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. Each bite delivers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, it’s an invitation to celebrate the bounty of nature while nourishing your body.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (low/no sugar)
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp water
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh spinach, blueberries, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans.
- In a mason jar or small bowl, mix olive oil, water, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Shake or whisk until well combined.
- Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat.
- Serve immediately or store the dressing separately if preparing in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg