Description
Blueberry Broccoli Spinach Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed salad that balances sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Fresh blueberries, crunchy broccoli, and baby spinach are tossed with nuts, cheese, and a light vinaigrette for a refreshing and wholesome meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets (lightly blanched or raw)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or almonds (toasted)
- For the dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine spinach, broccoli florets, blueberries, red onion, cheese, and nuts.
- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or light lunch.
Notes
- To make it a meal, add grilled chicken or quinoa for extra protein.
- Use kale or arugula in place of spinach for variation.
- Toast the nuts for added crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: blueberry salad, broccoli spinach salad, healthy salad, summer salad, fruit and greens salad