Blueberry Spinach Salad

Brighten up your plate with this vibrant and nutritious Blueberry Spinach Salad, a perfect balance of sweet and savory! Packed with fresh spinach, juicy blueberries, creamy crumbled feta, and crunchy toasted pecans or walnuts, this salad is a textural delight. Thinly sliced red onions add a zesty kick, while the homemade balsamic vinaigrette—featuring olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of seasoning—ties it all together with tangy sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this wholesome salad is ideal as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or an elegant addition to any dinner table. Whether you're looking for a healthy recipe or a flavor-packed treat, this easy-to-make Blueberry Spinach Salad is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 5 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.33 cup pecans or walnuts, toasted
• 0.25 medium onion red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, add the fresh spinach and blueberries.

Step 2

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans or walnuts evenly over the spinach and blueberries.

Step 3

Add the thinly sliced red onion to the salad for an extra layer of flavor and crunch.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Whisk the dressing ingredients together thoroughly (or shake the jar with a lid on) until emulsified.

Step 6

Pour the prepared dressing over the salad just before serving.

Step 7

Toss the salad gently to ensure even distribution of the ingredients and dressing.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful Blueberry Spinach Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	584.5 grams (584.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1191

Total Fat 95.90g	123%
Saturated Fat 25.80g	129%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 2095mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 62.00g	23%
Dietary Fiber 11.80g	42%
Total Sugars 41.50g
Protein 25.90g	52%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 761mg	59%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 478mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.1%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 20.4%