Description
This blackberry, avocado, and arugula salad is a refreshing and nutrient-rich dish featuring sweet blackberries, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumbers, tangy feta, and toasted hazelnuts. Tossed with a zesty mint-lime vinaigrette, this colorful salad is perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or a vibrant dinner side.
Ingredients
5 cups arugula
1 cup blackberries
3/4 cup blueberries
1 avocado, diced
1 1/2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced
1/3 cup feta cheese
1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
3/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, mint, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- In a large bowl, combine arugula, blackberries, blueberries, avocado, cucumber, feta, and hazelnuts.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Swap hazelnuts for almonds, walnuts, or pecans.
- Goat cheese can replace feta for a tangier flavor.
- Substitute honey or agave for maple syrup.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Spinach or mixed greens can replace arugula if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
