Description
A vibrant and refreshing Mixed Green and Berries Salad that combines crisp greens with sweet berries, creamy feta, crunchy nuts, and a light balsamic vinaigrette. This nutrient-packed salad is quick to prepare, naturally energizing, and perfect for a healthy snack or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Greens
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, baby kale)
Berries
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries
Cheese and Nuts
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
Optional
- Fresh mint or basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Greens: Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly to ensure crispness. Place them in a large salad bowl as the base.
- Add the Berries: Rinse the blueberries, sliced strawberries, and raspberries gently to avoid bruising. Spread them evenly over the greens.
- Incorporate the Cheese and Nuts: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and your choice of walnuts or pecans on top to add creaminess and crunch.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette lightly over the salad. Toss gently to combine all ingredients without crushing the berries or bruising the greens.
- Garnish and Serve: Add fresh mint or basil leaves if desired, then serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality greens and ripe berries for the best flavor and texture.
- Dry greens well after washing to prevent sogginess and dilute dressing.
- Add dressing gradually to avoid overpowering the delicate flavors.
- For enhanced flavor, chill the salad for 10 minutes before serving.
- Balance textures by mixing soft berries with crunchy nuts and firm greens.
- Keep leftover salad separate from dressing and store in the fridge up to 2 days.
- Freezing is not recommended as it ruins texture.
- Serve salad cold or at room temperature; avoid reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 1/2 of recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
Keywords: mixed greens salad, berry salad, healthy salad, refreshing salad, antioxidant salad, quick salad