Blue and Green Salad
Brighten up your table with this colorful and nutrient-packed Blue and Green Salad, a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring a base of crisp mixed greens like spinach, arugula, and kale, this salad is elevated with bursts of juicy blueberries, refreshing cucumber slices, and the tangy richness of crumbled blue cheese. Toasted pecans add a satisfying crunch, while a homemade balsamic honey vinaigrette ties everything together with its balanced sweetness and zest. Perfect as a light lunch or a stunning side dish, this vibrant salad is as nutritious as it is beautiful. Whether you're looking for a quick, healthy recipe or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering, this Blue and Green Salad is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, kale)
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Pecans, toasted
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the blueberries, thinly sliced cucumber, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted pecans to the bowl with the greens.
In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until well emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the greens and toppings are evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful Blue and Green Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.4 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.5 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 4511 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 68.9 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1624 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2194 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
