Easy Summer Salad with Blueberries
A light and refreshing salad bursting with blueberries, pecans, feta cheese, and a tangy dressing, perfect for summer days.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 1 bag (5-6 oz.) butter lettuce Tear into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium cucumber (peeled and diced) Provides a refreshing crunch
- 1/3 cup fresh blueberries Sweet and nutrient-rich
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans For added flavor and texture
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese Can be swapped with goat cheese
Dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, add the butter lettuce and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- Incorporate the diced cucumber into the bowl with the lettuce.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
- Toss in the chopped pecans and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or plates and enjoy immediately, or chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, feel free to add other summer vegetables or fruits like ripe strawberries, or adjust the dressing with lemon juice for a zestier flavor.