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Berry Blue Salad Recipe

This vibrant Berry Blue Salad from Whole Foods Market is bursting with flavor and antioxidants! Sweet blueberries, creamy blue cheese, and crunchy red onion are tossed in a zesty olive oil and orange juice dressing, infused with fragrant lemon thyme. Grilled chicken or tempeh adds protein for a complete and satisfying meal. Roasted almonds provide the perfect crunchy topping. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 10 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 269.5 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Berry Blue Salad

  • 5 oz mixed greens
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 4 oz crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh lemon thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon minced shallot (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup toasted, sliced almonds
  • 4 oz grilled or broiled chicken or tempeh

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How to Make Berry Blue Salad

  1. Wash and dry 5 oz mixed greens. Place in a large serving bowl.
  2. Add 1 cup fresh blueberries, 4 oz crumbled blue cheese, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons orange juice, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh lemon thyme, 1 teaspoon minced shallot (optional), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Garnish with 1/4 cup roasted, sliced almonds and serve immediately. For a heartier meal, add 4 oz grilled or broiled chicken or tempeh.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

22g

Carbs

2g

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