Description
A vibrant salad featuring peppery arugula, creamy avocado, and sweet blackberries, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the arugula, blackberries, and diced avocado. Gently mix them by tossing to preserve their shape and texture.
- Add cheese and nuts: If desired, sprinkle the feta cheese and choice of nuts on top for added flavor and texture.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss again, making sure every ingredient is coated in the flavorful dressing.
- Serve immediately: For the best flavor and texture, enjoy your salad right away to experience its incredible freshness.
Notes
For the best flavor, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to prevent the arugula from wilting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: salad, summer salad, blackberry salad, avocado salad, healthy recipe