Description
A simple recipe for Blackberry Salad with Basil and Arugula sprinkled with crumbled goat cheese, toasted almonds and a maple-balsamic dressing. A light and delicious summer salad! #blackberry #blackberrysalad
Ingredients
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- 5 ounces baby arugula (or spinach)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1–2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4–1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds (or sub maple pecans)
- 1/4 cup basil leaves- torn ( purple basil is pretty here!)
- optional: 1 tablespoon fresh chive or onion blossoms
Balsamic Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Make the dressing- whisk all ingredients in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, place arugula, basil and onions. Toss with just enough dressing to lightly coat ( you may not need all). Feel free to add the remaining ingredients and toss or plate individual portions.
- If plating: place the dressed greens onto plates. Top with blackberries, goat cheese, a few basil leaves, almonds and blossoms.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze- optional.
- Serve immediately!
Notes
Feel free to assemble the salad ahead, refrigerate and toss with the dressing right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 7.6 g
- Sodium: 366.6 mg
- Fat: 18.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 13.4 g
- Fiber: 4.7 g
- Protein: 6.2 g
- Cholesterol: 6.5 mg