Blueberry Spinach Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing
Experience a delightful medley of flavors with this Blueberry Spinach Salad, topped with a zesty orange poppy seed dressing. Bursting with vibrant colors and rich nutrients, this salad can be prepared in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Enjoy the sweet blueberries paired with earthy spinach and crunchy nuts for a refreshing, healthy dish that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup pecans or walnuts, chopped (toasted if preferred)
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, blueberries, chopped nuts, and sliced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together orange juice, poppy seeds, and olive oil until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg