Blackberry & Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
Experience the delightful harmony of flavors with this Blackberry & Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette. This vibrant dish effortlessly combines the creamy texture of ripe avocados with the juicy tartness of fresh blackberries, creating a refreshing salad perfect for summer picnics, casual lunches, or elegant gatherings. The homemade honey lemon vinaigrette enhances each bite, adding a zesty kick that elevates the overall experience. Not only is this salad quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but it also offers a wealth of nutrients, making it a smart choice for health-conscious eaters. Customize it with your favorite nuts or greens to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 oz mixed greens or baby spinach
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta (optional)
- 1 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl or platter, layer mixed greens, sliced avocado, blackberries, red onion, crumbled goat cheese (if using), and toasted nuts.
- Just before serving, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and finish with freshly cracked black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg