Raspberry Salad
Brighten up your plate with this stunning Raspberry Salad, a perfect blend of fresh, juicy raspberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy sliced almonds nestled atop a bed of vibrant mixed greens. This quick and easy salad comes together in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. The homemade balsamic vinaigrette, delicately sweetened with honey and balanced with Dijon mustard, elevates the flavors to gourmet status. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or fish, or serves as a light, refreshing main dish. Bursting with color, flavor, and texture, this Raspberry Salad is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 0.5 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, fresh raspberries, crumbled goat cheese, and sliced almonds. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, if needed, by adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance the flavors.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Start with half of the dressing and toss the salad gently to coat. Add more dressing if desired.
Serve immediately as a light lunch or as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.7 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.7 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 917 mg | 20% | |
*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.
