This Blueberry Feta Salad has a mix of sweet, tangy, nutty, and slightly bitter flavors. The blueberries add sweetness, the feta cheese brings tanginess, the almonds bring nuttiness, and the arugula has a slightly bitter taste. This salad also has a mix of textures, including juicy and soft blueberries, creamy and crumbly feta cheese, crunchy almonds and arugula. This salad would be a perfect pair to any dish or can be a main course on a summer day!
What Blueberry Feta Salad made of
A blueberry feta salad is made of a mixture of ingredients that include:
- Arugula: A type of leafy green with a slightly bitter taste.
- Blueberries: Sweet and juicy berries that add a pop of color to the salad. Better to use fresh blueberries, but I have only frozen ones, so I defrosted them I’m advance. By the way, blueberries are packed with antioxidants and phytoflavinoids. These berries are also high in potassium and vitamin C, making them the top choice of doctors and nutritionists.
- Feta cheese: A tangy and creamy cheese that is crumbled into small pieces.
- Almonds: Crunchy and nutty nuts that add texture to the salad.
- Salad dressing: A dressing made of oil, vinegar and mustard, to tie all the flavors together.
What mixes well with blueberries
Blueberries are a versatile fruit that can be paired with a variety of ingredients to create delicious and balanced dishes. Some ingredients that mix well with blueberries include:
- Fruits: Other sweet and juicy fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries.
- Dairy: Creamy dairy products like yogurt, ice cream, or whipped cream.
- Nuts: Almonds, walnuts, or pecans add crunch and nuttiness.
- Herbs: Fresh herbs like mint or basil bring a bright and fresh flavor.
- Spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom add a warm and cozy flavor.
- Cheese: Feta, goat cheese, or ricotta cheese balances the sweetness of the blueberries.
These ingredients can be used in a variety of dishes, from smoothies and baked goods to salads and fruit compotes. The combinations are endless, and blueberries can be paired with many different ingredients to create delicious and satisfying dishes.
How to make Blueberry Feta Salad
The recipe is very easy and doesn’t need any preliminary preparation.
Roughly cut a bunch of arugula and spread the cut leaves on a big serving plate. This will be the base of the salad. Chop almonds.
Sprinkle the arugula base with chopped almonds.
Cut Feta cheese into cubes or just break it with your hands into pieces. Spread them on the salad.
Evenly sprinkle blueberries on the salad.
Prepare the dressing by mixing olive oil, vinegar and mustard in a sauceboat. Finish the salad by tossing it with the dressing. Enjoy your delicious Blueberry Feta Salad!
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Blueberry Feta Salad
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 bunch arugula
- 100 g Feta cheese
- 1 handful almonds
- 1 handful blueberries
Dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple vinegar
- 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Cut a bunch of arugula and spread it on the serving plate.
- Sprinkle the arugula base with chopped almonds and cut Feta cheese cubes.
- For the dressing, mix olive oil, vinegar and mustard till smooth. Toss the salad with the dressing and enjoy!
Blueberry Feta Salad