Blackberry, Avocado, and Arugula Salad
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors in this Blackberry, Avocado, and Arugula Salad. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light lunch, this colorful dish combines creamy avocado, sweet blackberries, and peppery arugula for a refreshing bite. Enhanced with a zesty lime mint vinaigrette, it’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. This salad is versatile enough to serve as a side or a main course when topped with your choice of protein. Whether enjoyed at home or taken on-the-go, it’s a quick and nutritious option that will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups arugula
- 1 cup blackberries
- ¾ cup blueberries
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1½ cups cucumber, thinly sliced
- â…“ cup vegan feta cheese
- â…“ cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped
- â…“ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, chopped mint, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine arugula with blackberries, blueberries, cucumber slices, diced avocado, vegan feta (if using), and toasted hazelnuts.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg