Blueberry and Cranberry Salad with Tangy Balsamic Dressing
Cranberry Blueberry Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing is a refreshing, colorful salad combining sweet and tart berries, crisp greens, nuts, and creamy cheese with a homemade blueberry balsamic dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 cups mixed salad greens or baby spinach
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup fresh or dried cranberries
1/4 cup candied or toasted pecans
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
1/2 cup fresh blueberries (for dressing)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the dressing: cook blueberries, balsamic vinegar, and honey over medium heat for 5–7 minutes. Mash slightly, cool, then whisk in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
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Wash and dry greens; place in a large bowl.
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Add blueberries, cranberries, and nuts; optionally add red onion.
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Crumble cheese over salad.
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Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently.
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Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.