Blueberry Cranberry Salad with Creamy Cheese and Greens
A fresh, colorful salad with cranberries, blueberries, almonds, and optional goat cheese, topped with a tangy-sweet blueberry balsamic dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
6 cups fresh baby spinach or mixed greens
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional)
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (for dressing)
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (for dressing)
2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (for dressing)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (for dressing)
Pinch of salt (for dressing)
Pinch of black pepper (for dressing)
Instructions
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Blend blueberries, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Wash and dry greens thoroughly.
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Place greens in a large bowl and add blueberries and cranberries.
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Sprinkle toasted almonds and goat cheese on top.
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Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
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Serve immediately.
Notes
Assemble salad just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Adjust dressing sweetness and acidity to taste.
Chill ingredients for maximum freshness.