Spring Mix Salad with Blueberries, Walnuts, and Goat Cheese Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Spring Mix Salad featuring a delightful blend of spring mix greens, juicy blueberries, toasted walnuts, and creamy goat cheese, all tossed in a sweet and tangy blueberry dressing made with apple cider vinegar and a hint of monk fruit sweetener. This quick and easy 10-minute salad is perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 5 oz Spring mix
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1/2 cup Walnuts, chopped and preferably toasted
- 1/2 cup Goat cheese, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp Blueberries
- 1 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend or any sweetener to taste (optional)
- 1/4 tsp Sea salt (to taste)
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of blueberries, monk fruit sweetener (if using), sea salt, and black pepper in a blender. Puree the mixture until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the sweetness if desired to achieve your preferred flavor balance.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the spring mix, 1 cup of fresh blueberries, toasted chopped walnuts, and crumbled goat cheese. Gently toss them together to mix evenly without bruising the greens.
- Toss with dressing: Pour the freshly prepared blueberry dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure every leaf and ingredient is lightly coated with the flavorful dressing. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- To toast walnuts, spread them on a baking sheet and toast in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes until fragrant, stirring once.
- Monk fruit sweetener is optional and can be substituted with honey, maple syrup, or sugar as preferred.
- For a vegan version, omit goat cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Add protein such as grilled chicken or tofu to make the salad a more substantial meal.
- Use fresh, ripe blueberries for the best flavor and sweetness in both the salad and dressing.
Keywords: spring mix salad, blueberry salad, goat cheese salad, walnut salad, healthy salad, quick salad, easy salad dressing
