Mixed Greens and Fruit Salad

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly vibrant, this Mixed Greens and Fruit Salad is a celebration of contrasting flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion. Crisp mixed greens form the base of this healthy dish, while juicy strawberries, sweet blueberries, and tangy mandarin oranges provide a burst of fruity freshness. Creamy crumbled feta cheese and crunchy toasted pecans add richness and depth, beautifully balanced by a light and zesty honey-lime dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad is an ideal choice for a quick lunch, an elegant starter, or a refreshing side. Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue or an upscale dinner party, this colorful salad is sure to impress. Keywords: mixed greens and fruit salad, healthy salad recipe, fresh fruit salad, easy salad with lime dressing.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed greens
• 1 cup strawberries
• 0.5 cup blueberries
• 1 cup mandarin oranges (peeled and segmented)
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• 0.5 cup pecans (toasted)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the mixed greens thoroughly. Place them into a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Wash the strawberries, remove the stems, and slice them into thin pieces. Add the sliced strawberries to the bowl with the greens.

Step 3

Rinse the blueberries and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel the mandarin oranges, separate them into segments, and gently toss them into the salad mixture.

Step 5

In the same bowl, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans over the fruit and greens.

Step 6

In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the honey, freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.

Step 7

Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad just before serving. Use salad tongs to gently toss the ingredients until evenly coated.

Step 8

Divide the salad into individual bowls or serve it family-style. Enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	950.8 grams (950.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1380

Total Fat 98.00g	126%
Saturated Fat 26.00g	130%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 2056mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 108.30g	39%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 80.60g
Protein 31.10g	62%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 836mg	64%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1490mg	32%

*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: 61.3%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 30.1%