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Cranberry Blueberry Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing

Cranberry Blueberry Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing Bliss

This Cranberry Blueberry Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing is a refreshing and quick dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh fruit providing sweetness and moisture; substitute with raspberries or blackberries for variety.
  • 4 cups Spring Mix Salad Greens Base of the salad, adding freshness and crunch; can substitute with spinach, arugula, or any greens on hand.
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Adds crispness; other cucumbers can be used, but avoid waxed varieties.
  • 1 cup Mandarin Orange Segments Introduces a citrus element for brightness; can be replaced with fresh orange or omitted.
  • ½ cup Dried Cranberries Adds texture and sweet-tart flavor; substitute with raisins or nuts for different tastes.
  • ¼ cup Roasted Unsalted Sunflower Seeds Offers crunch; can swap with pecans, cashews, or almonds.
For the Blueberry Balsamic Dressing
  • 1 cup Blueberries Provides flavor and sweetness; integral for the dressing.
  • ¼ cup Balsamic Vinegar Base of the dressing for acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Adds extra tang.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Helps emulsify the dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adds sweetness; substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • to taste Sea Salt Enhances all flavors; adjust as per taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances all flavors; adjust as per taste.
  • ½ cup Avocado Oil Adds healthy fats and richness; olive oil also works well.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Colander
  • Large Salad Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine 1 cup of fresh blueberries, ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of honey, and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper. Blend these ingredients on high for about 30 seconds until smooth. As the blender runs, slowly drizzle in ½ cup of avocado oil to emulsify the dressing into a luscious mixture.
  2. While the dressing blends, rinse 4 cups of spring mix salad greens under cold water in a colander. Shake off excess water to ensure the greens remain crisp and fresh. After drying, transfer the greens to a large salad bowl.
  3. Chop 1 medium English cucumber and gently fold it into your bowl of fresh greens along with 1 cup of juicy blueberries and ½ cup of dried cranberries. Toss everything together gently.
  4. Drizzle approximately ½ cup of the homemade blueberry balsamic dressing over the mixture. Toss to ensure every bite is deliciously coated.
  5. Top the salad with 1 cup of mandarin orange segments and ¼ cup of roasted unsalted sunflower seeds just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 270IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Use the ripest blueberries for the best flavor. Store the dressing separately to maintain salad crispness.

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