Spinach salad with blackberries
This spinach salad features fresh greens, juicy blackberries, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It's a quick and healthy option that works as a light starter or side dish.
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
2 cups spinach2 onions
2 tbsp olive oil
2 dash black pepper
5 tsp lemon juice
1/2 cup blackberries
This fresh spinach salad with blackberries is a delightful and healthy option for any meal. The combination of fresh, vibrant greens, juicy blackberries, and the zesty lemon vinaigrette creates a symphony of flavors that is both refreshing and satisfying.
Instructions:
- Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under cool running water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
- Peel the onions and slice them thinly. Set aside.
- Rinse the blackberries gently under cool water and pat them dry.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and dashes of black pepper.
- Whisk the mixture together until well-blended, creating a smooth vinaigrette.
- In a large salad bowl, add the spinach leaves.
- Scatter the thinly sliced onions over the spinach.
- Add the fresh blackberries on top.
- Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the assembled salad.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure the spinach, onions, and blackberries are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
- Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp flavors. You can pair it with a protein of your choice or enjoy it as a light, refreshing starter or side dish.
This spinach salad with blackberries is not only simple to prepare, but it also offers a burst of flavors and nutrients. It's perfect as a light lunch or a side dish. Enjoy this refreshing salad with the suggestions provided, and feel free to customize it to your taste.
Spinach salad with blackberries FAQ:
This spinach salad is best enjoyed fresh. However, if stored in an airtight container, it can last for about 1-2 days in the refrigerator. The spinach may become wilted and the blackberries could lose their texture over time.
Yes, you can substitute the blackberries with other berries like strawberries or blueberries. For a different vinaigrette, you might replace the lemon juice with apple cider vinegar, or use a different oil such as avocado oil.
Red onions are ideal for salads due to their milder flavor and vibrant color, but you can also use yellow or sweet onions depending on your taste preference.
Fresh spinach leaves should be vibrant green, crisp, and free from wilt or browning. Avoid any leaves that appear slimy or have dark spots.
Yes, you can prepare the lemon vinaigrette a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator. Just give it a good whisk before drizzling it over the salad to recombine the ingredients.
Cooking Tips:
- For a more intense flavor, consider adding a dash of sea salt to the lemon vinaigrette.
- Use baby spinach for a more tender and delicate texture.
- If you prefer, red onions can be substituted with shallots for a milder taste.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
- Add some crumbled feta or goat cheese for extra richness and a creamy texture.
- Toast some nuts, like pine nuts or walnuts, and sprinkle them on the salad for added crunch and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
1 ServingsCalories 70kcal
Protein 3.27g
Carbohydrates 15g
Fiber 6g
Sugar 7g
Fat 27g
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