Mandarin Berry Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Mandarin Berry Salad, a vibrant mix of sweet and tangy flavors packed with fresh ingredients. Crisp mixed greens form the base for juicy mandarin oranges, luscious strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, while toasted pecans add a crunch and crumbled feta cheese brings a savory note. The salad is elevated with a zesty honey-lime dressing that perfectly balances sweetness and citrusy zest. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful dish is as beautiful as it is delicious, making it the ideal choice for a quick lunch, a stunning side dish, or even a light summer appetizer. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this salad is perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 2 cups mandarin oranges (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
- 0.5 cup blueberries
- 0.5 cup raspberries
- 0.25 cup pecans (toasted and roughly chopped)
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, mandarin oranges, sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
Add the toasted pecans and crumbled feta cheese on top of the mixed salad.
In a small bowl or jar, prepare the dressing by whisking together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the greens and toppings are evenly coated.
Serve immediately as a light lunch or side dish. Enjoy the bright, fresh flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.1 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1348 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.6 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1603 mg | 34% | |
*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.
