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Blueberry Broccoli Spinach Salad

Blueberry Broccoli Spinach Salad: A Refreshing Nutritious Delight

This Blueberry Broccoli Spinach Salad is a delightful combo of flavors and colors, perfect for health-conscious eaters.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach washed and dried
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli raw
  • 1 medium ripe avocado diced
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese omit for dairy-free
  • ½ cup dried cranberries or unsweetened cherries
  • ¼ cup roasted sunflower seeds or pepitas for nut-free
  • to taste black pepper for seasoning
For the Poppyseed Ranch Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • ½ cup buttermilk or low-fat options
  • ½ cup good quality mayonnaise or vegan mayo
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic or powdered garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds omit if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • to taste sea salt and black pepper
  • to taste onion powder optional
  • to taste paprika optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • salad bowl
  • Whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and mayonnaise. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, poppy seeds, parsley, and dill. Whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a salad bowl, add fresh baby spinach, chopped broccoli, blueberries, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds. Toss gently to combine.
  3. Drizzle the chilled dressing over the salad. Toss gently until coated. Serve immediately, garnished with black pepper if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Prepare dressing a day in advance for better flavor. Add avocado before serving to keep it fresh.

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