Blueberry and Mint Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing and vibrant Blueberry and Mint Salad, a perfect harmony of sweet and savory that’s ideal for warm-weather dining. Featuring juicy, antioxidant-rich blueberries, crisp cucumber, and aromatic fresh mint, this salad delivers a burst of flavor and a touch of elegance in every bite. A tangy lime and honey dressing, balanced with a hint of olive oil, salt, and black pepper, ties all the ingredients together for a light yet satisfying dish. Ready in just 10 minutes and served fresh, it’s perfect for brunch, picnics, or as a healthy side dish. Enjoy it chilled for an extra burst of rejuvenating coolness, and don’t forget to garnish with additional mint leaves for a stunning finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups blueberries
- 1 large cucumber
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the blueberries. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Peel the cucumber, then slice it lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the blueberries.
3. Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and add them to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the blueberries, cucumber, and mint. Gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
6. Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual bowls. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
7. Garnish with additional mint leaves, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 607 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1073 mg | 23% | |
*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.
