Description
A refreshing and nutritious Mango Blueberry and Spinach Salad featuring fresh baby spinach, juicy mango, and sweet blueberries, topped with tangy feta, crunchy nuts, and a light balsamic honey dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful vegetarian meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 5 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add 5 cups of fresh baby spinach, diced mango, fresh blueberries, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped pecans or walnuts. Gently toss these ingredients to mix evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, along with salt and black pepper to taste until the dressing is well emulsified.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the salad fresh for best flavor and texture. Optionally, this salad can be prepared ahead and dressed just before serving to maintain freshness and crispness.
Notes
- For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- If preferred, swap feta cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be prepped in advance and dressed just before serving to prevent sogginess.
