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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Brighten Your Day with Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad

Enjoy a nutritious and colorful Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad, perfect for spring dining.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups spring salad greens base of the salad
  • 1 cup butter lettuce can substitute with any leafy greens
  • 1/2 cup candied pistachios can substitute with regular pistachios or other nuts
  • 1/4 cup red onion try green onions for a milder taste
  • 1 small watermelon radish can substitute with regular radishes
  • 1 medium avocado can substitute with sliced cucumber
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate arils omit if unavailable
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese can substitute with goat cheese
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup creamy pomegranate dressing store-bought alternative can be used

Equipment

  • blender
  • mixing bowl
  • platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a high-speed blender, combine the ingredients for the creamy pomegranate dressing, blending on high for about 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  2. Grab a large mixing bowl or a beautiful platter to showcase your salad. Add a generous handful of spring salad greens and a layer of butter lettuce. Toss the greens gently.
  3. Layer thinly sliced red onion, watermelon radish, and avocado on top of the mixed greens. Add fresh blueberries, pomegranate arils, and candied pistachios.
  4. Drizzle creamy pomegranate dressing over the salad just before serving.
  5. Sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper over the top of your salad for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Storing unassembled ingredients in airtight containers keeps them fresh for up to 3 days. Assemble and dress just before serving for best texture.

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