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Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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Make this fresh spring salad featuring sweet blueberries and crunchy pistachios, topped with a bright citrus vinaigrette. It is a simple, elegant dish perfect for brunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 5 cups mixed greens (spring mix or baby spinach)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, lightly toasted
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • For the Citrus Vinaigrette:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified. Set aside.
  2. Toast the pistachios: Place the shelled pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool completely.
  3. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, fresh blueberries, and sliced red onion.
  4. Dress the salad: Just before serving, drizzle about half of the vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Gently toss the ingredients to coat lightly. Add more dressing as needed, but avoid over-dressing.
  5. Finish and serve: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Sprinkle the toasted pistachios and crumbled feta cheese (if using) evenly over the top. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • Toasting the pistachios brings out their flavor and adds necessary crunch. Do not skip this step.
  • You can make the citrus vinaigrette up to two days ahead and store it in the refrigerator. Let it come to room temperature and shake well before using.
  • For an easy make-ahead spring salad, combine all dry ingredients (greens, berries, nuts, onion) in a container, keeping the dressing separate. Add the dressing right before serving.
  • This salad works well as a light lunch or as a side dish for grilled chicken or fish.

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