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Fresh Blueberry Broccoli Spinach Salad

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A vibrant and refreshing salad combining crunchy broccoli, sweet blueberries, and tender spinach with a tangy lemon-honey dressing. Perfect for quick lunches or light dinners that nourish and energize.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (150 g), washed and dried
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (150 g), chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach (120 g), washed and trimmed
  • 1/4 cup red onion (40 g), thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds (30 g)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (75 g), optional
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (45 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (15 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (5 ml)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (45 ml)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop 2 cups (150 g) of broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces. No need to blanch or steam—raw is best for texture and nutrients. Set aside.
  2. Thinly slice about 1/4 cup (40 g) of red onion. Soak in cold water for 5 minutes if a milder flavor is desired, then drain and pat dry.
  3. Rinse 4 cups (120 g) of baby spinach and dry thoroughly using a salad spinner or pat with a towel.
  4. Toast 1/4 cup (30 g) slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Dijon mustard, and 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, spinach, blueberries, red onion, and toasted almonds. Pour the dressing over and toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  7. Sprinkle 1/2 cup (75 g) crumbled feta cheese on top and toss gently to distribute without breaking up the cheese too much.
  8. Serve immediately to maintain crunchy textures and vibrant flavors. If preparing ahead, keep dressing separate and toss just before serving.

Notes

Toast almonds carefully to avoid burning. Use fresh blueberries for best texture; if using frozen, thaw and drain well. Keep dressing separate if preparing ahead to avoid soggy greens. Adjust sweetness of dressing with extra honey or a pinch of sugar if salad tastes too tart.

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Keywords: blueberry salad, broccoli salad, spinach salad, healthy salad, quick salad, easy salad, gluten-free salad, vegetarian salad

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