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Summer Fruit Salad – Country Living

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This refreshing summer salad combines the natural sweetness of ripe blueberries with the bright acidity of red-wine vinegar and fresh chicory leaves. Crumbled feta cheese adds a savory, salty contrast, while toasted almonds and pistachios provide a delightful crunch. The simple dressing of olive oil and vinegar ties all the flavors together without overpowering the fresh ingredients. Perfect for a light lunch, a picnic side dish, or a healthy dessert option, this salad is easy to prepare and looks beautiful on any table. It&# 226;€™s a great way to enjoy seasonal produce with a Mediterranean twist.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 254.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This refreshing summer salad combines the natural sweetness of ripe blueberries with the bright acidity of red-wine vinegar and fresh chicory leaves. Crumbled feta cheese adds a savory, salty contrast, while toasted almonds and pistachios provide a delightful crunch. The simple dressing of olive oil and vinegar ties all the flavors together without overpowering the fresh ingredients. Perfect for a light lunch, a picnic side dish, or a healthy dessert option, this salad is easy to prepare and looks beautiful on any table. It&# 226;€™s a great way to enjoy seasonal produce with a Mediterranean twist.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Fresh blueberries
  • 1 large Cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 6 cups Torn chicory leaves
  • 1/4 pound Feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup Chopped pistachios or sliced natural almonds, toasted
  • 3 tablespoons Red-wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup Olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Wash the chicory leaves and blueberries thoroughly; pat dry gently.
  2. 2
    Peel and chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
  3. 3
    Toast the almonds or pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. 4
    In a small bowl, whisk together the red-wine vinegar, olive oil, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.
  5. 5
    Combine the chicory leaves, cucumber, and blueberries in a large salad bowl.
  6. 6
    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
  7. 7
    Top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted nuts.
  8. 8
    Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 254.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.0g40%
Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
Cholesterol 17.9mg6%
Sodium 317.1mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 1.4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 4.0g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: summer, fruit, salad, blueberries, feta, cheese, chicory, almonds, pistachios, vegetarian, healthy, side dish, lunch, picnic, fresh, vinegar, olive oil, crunchy, tangy, easy
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