Description
Fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced this Blackberry, Avocado & Arugula Salad brings together creamy avocado, juicy blackberries, and peppery arugula in a zesty honey-lemon dressing.
Ingredients
4 cups arugula
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup fresh blackberries
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese (or feta)
1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
For the Honey-Lemon Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Place arugula in a large bowl and drizzle lightly with dressing.
3. Top with sliced avocado, blackberries, goat cheese, and toasted nuts.
4. Gently toss or arrange ingredients artfully on a serving plate.
5. Finish with a drizzle of extra dressing and a sprinkle of black pepper.
6. Serve immediately for best flavor and freshness.
Notes
Add grilled chicken or salmon for a protein boost.
Substitute balsamic glaze for the honey-lemon dressing for a richer flavor.
Perfect for spring or summer gatherings — bright, fresh, and elegant!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: blackberry salad, avocado arugula salad, healthy lunch, summer salad, easy salad recipe