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Spring tastes like sunshine, new shoes, and the first berry that makes you forget winter ever happened. Cue the Blueberry Spring Salad: a bright, crunchy, slightly sweet celebration of the season that manages to be both indulgent and totally guilt-free. Think tender mixed greens, juicy blackberries, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts. The showstopper? A glossy blueberry vinaigrette that’s fruity, tangy, and whisperingly sweet—made with real fruit and no weird preservatives.

Why this salad works

Flavor harmony: Sweet berries meet tangy goat cheese for contrast; crunchy nuts add a nutty texture that makes every bite interesting.
Texture party: Crisp mixed greens, juicy berries, and crunchy walnuts give you mouthfeel in technicolor.
Health-forward: Packed with antioxidants, fiber, healthy fats, and minimal added sugar if you use the vinaigrette sparingly.
Versatile: Serve it as a main with grilled chicken, salmon, or chickpeas, or as a stunning side for spring brunches, potlucks, or lazy weeknight dinners.

Tips, swaps, and serving ideas

Make it vegan: Swap honey for maple syrup and goat cheese for crumbled marinated tofu or a dairy-free cheese.
Protein boost: Add grilled chicken, salmon, shrimp, tempeh, or a can of rinsed chickpeas for a complete meal.
Nut-free option: Use pepitas (pumpkin seeds) or sunflower seeds for crunch.
Berry boost: If blueberries are superstar-level abundant, double them in both the salad and the dressing.
Meal prep: Keep components separate. Store greens, berries, and dressing individually; assemble just before serving to retain freshness.
Reduce sugar: Omit the honey if your blueberries are super sweet. The Dijon and lemon help keep the dressing balanced without much added sweetener.

Why you’ll love it (and tell your friends) This salad looks like you spent all afternoon on Pinterest and two minutes in the kitchen. It’s fresh, fruity, and has that irresistible combination of sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy. The blueberry vinaigrette is bright and unexpected

Blueberry Spring Salad w/ Blueberry Vinaigrette

Yield: 4

Author: The Skinny Fork (Amanda Plott)

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

Tender mixed greens, juicy blackberries, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts. The showstopper? A glossy blueberry vinaigrette that’s fruity, tangy, and whisperingly sweet.

Ingredients

Blueberry Spring Salad

8 C. Mixed Baby Greens
1 C. Fresh Blueberries
1/4 C. Goat Cheese Crumbles
1/4 C. Chopped Walnuts

Blueberry Vinaigrette

1/4 C. Olive Oil
3 Tbsp. Blueberries
1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
1 Tbsp. Honey
Salt & Pepper

Instructions

Place 2 C. Mixed Baby Greens, 1/4 C. Fresh Blueberries, 2 Tbsp. Goat Cheese Crumbles, and 2 Tbsp. Chopped Walnuts on each of four plates.
Put the 1/4 C. Olive Oil, 3 Tbsp. Blueberries, 1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar, 1 Tbsp. Honey, and Salt & Pepper in a blender, food processor, or the cup of an immersion blender. Blend until smooth.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over each salad and enjoy right away!

Recommended Products

Amazon Grocery, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Amazon Grocery, Apple Cider Vinegar

Amazon Grocery, Golden Pure Honey

Nutrition Facts

Calories

262

Fat (grams)

21 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

4 g

Carbs (grams)

15 g

Fiber (grams)

2 g

Net carbs

13 g

Sugar (grams)

9 g

Protein (grams)

5 g

Sodium (milligrams)

123 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

7 mg

Nutritional Claims: Low Carb • Low Sodium • Kidney Friendly • Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Gluten Free • Wheat Free • Egg Free • Peanut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Sesame Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free • Alcohol Free • Kosher