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Mango and Blueberry Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad combining fresh spinach, juicy mango, tart blueberries, crunchy walnuts, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Choose fresh, vibrant leaves.
  • 1 cup blueberries Fresh or thawed frozen blueberries work.
  • 1 cup mango, diced Use ripe mango for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Can be substituted with almonds or pecans.
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Omit for a vegan version.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Extra virgin olive oil adds flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Use agave nectar for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, blueberries, mango, walnuts, and feta cheese.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish.

Notes

For optimal taste, chill the salad for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors blend. Store in the fridge for up to two days, keeping dressing separate if prepped ahead.