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Tasty Easter Spring Salad

Bright and Tasty Easter Spring Salad for a Fresh Celebration

Celebrate spring with a vibrant Tasty Easter Spring Salad, featuring creamy goat cheese, sweet blueberries, and crunchy walnuts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups fresh salad greens such as arugula or spinach
  • 4 ounces fresh goat cheese (chèvre) let sit at room temperature before crumbling
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries reserve ½ cup for dressing
  • 1 cup walnuts toast lightly for best flavor
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup olive oil the base of the dressing
  • ¼ cup vinegar such as balsamic or apple cider
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Besti powdered sweetener optional, for a sweeter dressing
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup grilled chicken or salmon for added protein
  • nuts substitutes like pecans, almonds, or sunflower seeds

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Baking Sheet
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine olive oil, vinegar, ½ cup of blueberries, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until mixed but slightly chunky.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a large bowl, mix salad greens with the remaining blueberries and toasted walnuts. Crumble goat cheese over the top and gently toss.
  4. Drizzle the blueberry dressing over the salad before serving and toss lightly.
  5. Serve immediately in a bowl or platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain crispness. Goat cheese should sit at room temperature for best texture. Don't hesitate to swap ingredients based on availability.

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