Cote D Azur Fruit and Greens Salad with Honey Lemon Dressing
Transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera with this vibrant Cote D’Azur Fruit and Greens Salad with Honey Lemon Dressing. Bursting with the freshness of mixed baby greens, peppery arugula, and a medley of sweet strawberries, blueberries, and juicy apricots, this salad is a celebration of color and flavor. Creamy crumbles of goat cheese pair perfectly with the crunch of toasted sliced almonds, while a delicate drizzle of homemade honey lemon dressing ties it all together with a tangy-sweet finish. Fresh mint adds a hint of herbal brightness, elevating every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook, show-stopping salad is perfect for al fresco dining, light lunches, or as a refreshing side dish. Whether you’re looking for healthy summer recipes, French-inspired cuisine, or gourmet salads, this dish is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed baby greens
- 2 cups Arugula
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries
- 1 cup Fresh blueberries
- 2 Fresh apricots
- 1 cup Goat cheese
- 0.33 cup Sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash and pat dry the mixed baby greens and arugula. Place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Rinse the strawberries and blueberries. Slice the strawberries into thin pieces and add them to the bowl with the blueberries.
3. Halve the apricots, remove the pits, and slice them into thin wedges. Add the apricots to the salad.
4. Crumble the goat cheese evenly over the salad.
5. Toast the sliced almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until golden and fragrant. Let them cool slightly, then sprinkle them on top of the salad.
6. Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and scatter them over the salad for a burst of flavor.
7. To make the honey lemon dressing, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl until well combined and emulsified.
8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad right before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, colorful salad inspired by the Cote D'Azur!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.5 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.6 g | 298% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1928 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.7 g | ||
| Protein | 73.4 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 846 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2743 mg | 58% | |
*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.
