Refreshing Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad for Your Summer Table

This Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad combines crisp greens, vibrant berries, and aromatic herbs for a refreshing summer dish.

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Prep Time 15

Marinating Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Greens

5 cups Baby Arugula Consider spinach for a milder flavor.
1 cup Fresh Herb Leaves (Basil, Cilantro, Dill, Mint, Italian Parsley, Tarragon) Choose herbs based on what you have.

For the Fruit and Veggies

1 cup Fresh Blueberries Can substitute with raspberries or strawberries.
1 small Red Onion Soak in cold water to mellow flavor.
1 medium Seedless Cucumber Zucchini can be used as a substitute.
1 cup Radicchio Optional for added color.

For the Crunch

1/2 cup Candied Pecans Toasted walnuts or almonds can be used.

For the Creaminess

1/2 cup Goat Cheese Optional, can replace with feta.

For Garnish

1 cup Edible Flowers Use only confirmed edible varieties.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
whisk
large bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

In a mixing bowl, combine halved red onions with cider vinegar, sugar, and salt. Allow to marinate for 10 minutes.
Drizzle olive oil into the onion mixture. Whisk in honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, combine baby arugula, fresh herbs, radicchio, cucumber, and blueberries.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
Optional: Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and edible flowers over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Add dressing just before serving to maintain crunch.

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