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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Vibrant Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad for Fresh Flavors

Experience the vibrant flavors of spring with this Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 ounces spring mix salad greens
  • 6 ounces butter lettuce or any soft leafy green
  • 1 cup candied pistachios unsalted nuts can be used
  • 1 small red onion or shallots for milder taste
  • 1 medium watermelon radish or regular radish
  • 1 medium avocado or cucumbers
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate arils dried cranberries can work
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese or goat cheese
For the Creamy Pomegranate Dressing
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or lime juice
  • to taste pinch salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Medium skillet
  • Blender
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Prepare Candied Pistachios
  1. In a medium skillet, combine 2 tablespoons of honey and 2 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved and bubbling. Add 1 cup of pistachios and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Transfer to cool.
Make Dressing
  1. In a blender, combine pomegranate juice, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, about 30-45 seconds. Chill in refrigerator.
Assemble Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine 5 ounces of spring mix and 6 ounces of butter lettuce. Toss with red onion, watermelon radish, and avocado. Add blueberries, pomegranate arils, candied pistachios, and feta.
Serve
  1. Drizzle chilled dressing over salad. Sprinkle with black pepper and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving to keep it crisp. Adjust seasoning in dressing as per taste.

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