Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- ½ cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the blackberries and arugula thoroughly. Dice the avocado carefully.
- Toast the nuts lightly for extra flavor.
- In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, blackberries, and diced avocado.
- Sprinkle crumbled cheese and toasted nuts over the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
Notes
- For added texture, include sliced strawberries or orange segments.
- Prepare the dressing separately and add just before serving to keep the salad fresh.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness and vibrant presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (to toast nuts, optional)
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan if cheese is omitted
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg