Spinach Blueberry Salad Recipe
This Spinach Blueberry Salad Recipe is fresh, healthy and perfect for any meal. Sweet blueberries, fresh spinach and crunchy nuts make a delicious combination.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup sliced almonds or pecans toasted
- ½ small red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese optional
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the spinach
- Rinse spinach leaves thoroughly. Pat dry using paper towels or a salad spinner to remove excess water.
Slice onions
- Peel and thinly slice red onion. Add to a small bowl and set aside for salad assembly.
Toast nuts
- Heat a small pan over medium heat. Toast almonds or pecans for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Cool slightly.
Make dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt and pepper until smooth.
Combine salad ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, add spinach, blueberries, toasted nuts and sliced onions. Gently toss to combine.
Add cheese
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over salad if using. Toss gently to distribute evenly without crushing blueberries.
Dress the salad
- Pour dressing over salad. Toss lightly to coat all ingredients with dressing. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately
- Transfer salad to a serving bowl or plate. Serve fresh for best texture and flavor.
Optional garnish
- Add extra berries or a few more nuts on top for a visually appealing presentation.
Enjoy
- Serve alongside grilled chicken, fish, or pasta. This salad works well as a standalone light lunch or dinner.
Notes
- Add strawberries or raspberries for extra berry flavor.
- Use spinach mix with arugula or kale for variety.
- Substitute feta with goat cheese for a creamier texture.
- Use walnuts instead of almonds or pecans for different flavor.
- Add avocado slices for richness.
- Make the dressing in advance and refrigerate for up to a week.
- Add quinoa or chickpeas to make it a complete meal.