Crunchy Sweet Berry Almond Salad
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This salad combines fresh mixed greens with sweet strawberries, blueberries, and crunchy toasted almonds for a satisfying meal or side dish. The honey-balsamic dressing balances the fruit’s sweetness with tangy acidity.
It’s ready in 15 minutes and works well for lunch, dinner sides, or potluck gatherings.
Why Toasting Almonds Makes All the Difference
Raw almonds taste bland and have a soft texture that gets lost in this salad. Toasting them for just 3-4 minutes transforms their flavor completely – they become nutty, fragrant, and develop a satisfying crunch that holds up against the dressing.
Watch them carefully while toasting since they can go from golden to burnt in seconds. You’ll know they’re done when they smell nutty and turn light golden brown.
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Crunchy Sweet Berry Almond Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Equipment Needed
- Large salad bowl
- Small skillet
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk
Instructions
- Toast almonds: Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add sliced almonds and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn light golden brown and smell nutty. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble salad: Place mixed greens in a large salad bowl. Add sliced strawberries, blueberries, and cooled toasted almonds.
- Dress and serve: Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Sprinkle crumbled cheese on top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories: 185 kcal
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 8mg
Sodium: 245mg
Total Carbs: 12g
Fiber: 4g
Sugars: 9g
Protein: 5g
