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Delicious Blackberry Avocado Arugula Salad with vibrant colors and fresh ingredients

Blackberry, Avocado & Arugula Salad

A refreshing salad combining sweet blackberries, creamy avocado, and peppery arugula, drizzled with a zesty lemon-olive oil vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups arugula Washed and dried
  • 1 cup blackberries Fresh
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced Adds creaminess
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Optional
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds or walnuts For crunch
Vinaigrette
  • Juice of 1 lemon Provides acidity
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For dressing
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly, then place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Gently fold in the blackberries and diced avocado, being careful not to squish the berries.
Making the Vinaigrette
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until combined.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well-coated.
Assembly
  1. If using feta cheese, sprinkle over the top along with the sliced nuts just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a vegan version, skip the feta cheese or substitute with vegan cheese. Nuts can be swapped based on personal preference. Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within one day to prevent browning of the avocado.

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