Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Blueberry Pistachio Spring Salad featuring a mix of spring greens, butter lettuce, candied pistachios, red onion, watermelon radish, avocado, blueberries, pomegranate arils, and crumbled feta cheese. This salad is beautifully complemented by a creamy homemade pomegranate dressing, perfect for a light and colorful meal or side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 4 entree salads or 6 to 8 side salads
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Greens
- 5 ounces spring mix salad greens
- 6 ounces chopped butter lettuce
Toppings
- 1/4 cup candied pistachios
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 watermelon radish, thinly sliced
- 1 to 2 small avocados, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/3 cup pomegranate arils
- 2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
Dressing
- Creamy pomegranate dressing (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare the greens: Toss together the spring mix salad greens and chopped butter lettuce until evenly combined.
- Assemble the salad: Arrange the mixed greens on a large platter or divide them evenly among individual salad bowls.
- Add toppings: Evenly distribute candied pistachios, thinly sliced red onion, watermelon radish, sliced avocado, blueberries, pomegranate arils, and crumbled feta cheese over the greens.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the creamy pomegranate dressing over the salad just before serving to maintain freshness and crispness.
- Optional seasoning: Add freshly ground black pepper on top to taste for an extra kick of flavor.
Notes
- If you prefer a shortcut, Simply Dressed by Marzetti offers a similar creamy pomegranate dressing that’s convenient and tasty.
- This salad works well served as an entrée or as a side dish; adjust portion sizes accordingly.
- For added texture and sweetness, use candied pistachios instead of pecans as mentioned in some ingredient lists.
- Prepare the dressing fresh for best flavor, but the salad can be assembled quickly on the day of serving.
