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    Home » Salads and Dressings » Mixed Green Salad with Berries

    Mixed Green Salad with Berries

    Published: Apr 21, 2018 · Modified: May 22, 2020 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 12 Comments

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    This Berry Salad is made with strawberries, blackberries or blueberries, raspberries, feta cheese (or goat cheese) and toasted almonds is perfect for a potluck, deck party or any occasion. A fresh and healthy mixed green salad with berries and a creamy balsamic dressing that always gets devoured!

    side view of mixed green salad with blackberries, strawberries and raspberries

    This Berry Salad is a classic recipe that everyone seems to love. With a creamy balsamic vinaigrette,  a smattering of feta cheese and a few crunchy toasted almonds, it makes a complete lunch or a delicious side salad. And it's keto-friendly!

    Mixed Green Salad with berries and feta cheese

    Lately I've focused on including more berries in my diet, as they are such a powerhouse of nutrition. Strawberry season is on the horizon and the hummingbirds are already fighting over the blossoms on the raspberry bushes in the garden. Next up on my list of salads to make will be one of my favourites:  Strawberry Cucumber Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing!

    Berries are so easy to add to a salad.

    They make a great contrast in colour and texture when tossed with mixed lettuce and kale. They're delicious added to smoothies and shakes as well. When baked in these Mixed Berry Baked Oatmeal Cups and served with kefir or yogurt, they round out a delicious breakfast.

    ❓Why should I eat more berries?

    • Berries are a low-sugar fruit, so they're better for stabilizing your blood sugar levels than high-sugar fruit like grapes or pineapple.
    • They're an excellent source of fiber so they'll keep you feeling full and help improve your digestion.
    • Their bright colour shows they're loaded with antioxidants to boost your immune system.
    • Berries are full of essential vitamins and minerals.
    • They're so versatile. Berries are delicious in both sweet and savory recipes.
    pouring balsamic dressing on mixed green salad with berries

    🛒 Ingredients

    Convinced? Let's make this healthy Triple Berry Mixed Green Salad!

    greens: your choice of mixed lettuce and kale

    red onion: tangy onion makes a nice contrast to the sweet berries

    berries: strawberries, blackberries, raspberries or blueberries

    feta cheese: or goat cheese

    sliced almonds: for extra crunch

    For the dressing: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Greek yogurt, honey, Dijon mustard, shallot, and garlic

    a forkful of mixed green salad with blackberries, raspberries and strawberries.

    🔪 Instructions

    You'll find complete directions in the recipe card below. Here's a quick overview and helpful tips to make this salad perfectly every time!

    Begin by making the dressing. Shake the dressing ingredients together in a Mason jar, or use a blender or an immersion blender to combine them. This dressing will stay emulsified for 30 minutes or longer.

    The yogurt is optional, but it makes a creamy dressing and tempers the tang of the balsamic vinegar. If you'd like a thinner dressing, add a couple of teaspoons of water.

    Wash and dry the greens. Massage the kale leaves as described in the box below.

    Add the greens and red onion to a shallow bowl.

    Arrange the berries, cheese and toasted flaked almonds on top. Serve with dressing on the side.

    👍🏼 Tip: How to massage kale

    Begin by removing the leaves from the stems either by slicing them out with a knife or running your fingers along the stem to strip off the leaves. Discard or compost the stems as they are tough and fibrous.

    Then finely chop the kale leaves and transfer them to a bowl.  Add a teaspoon of olive oil and lemon juice. Massage with your fingers for 3 - 5 minutes, making sure all the leaves get your special touch!

    Once the leaves seem to be softer and slightly wilted, add the remaining salad ingredients.

    Taking the time to prepare the kale this way will make a big difference to your salad.

    Colour, texture, salty feta and naturally sweet berries make this berry salad recipe a keeper!

    ⭐️ When you make this mixed green salad with berries, please leave a comment and a rating below. I love hearing when you've made one of my recipes. Thanks in advance! Subscribe to my newsletter and have new recipes delivered straight to your inbox once a week.

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    Overhead view of Triple Berry Mixed Green Salad with blackberries, strawberries, raspberries and feta cheese.

    Triple Berry Mixed Green Salad

    This Triple Berry Mixed Green Salad with strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, feta cheese (or goat cheese) and toasted almonds is perfect for a potluck, deck party or any occasion. A fresh and tasty spring and summer salad with a creamy balsamic dressing that always gets devoured!
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    Course: Salads and Dressings
    Cuisine: American, Italian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 348kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup kale, finely chopped or use baby kale
    • 1 tsp olive oil, extra virgin
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 3 cups mixed greens
    • 2 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped
    • ½ cup strawberries, halved or sliced if large
    • ½ cup blackberries
    • ½ cup raspberries
    • ¼ cup feta cheese, or goat cheese, crumbled
    • 2 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted

    Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

    • 2 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
    • 1 ½ tablespoon quality balsamic vinegar
    • 1 ½ tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
    • ¼ teaspoon honey, or Monkfruit with erythritol for Keto diet
    • ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon shallot, finely chopped
    • ½ clove garlic, minced
    • sea salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Wash kale leaves and remove center rib. Finely chop and transfer to a medium bowl. Massage with 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 teaspoon lemon juice for 3 - 5 minutes or until it has started to wilt.
    • Massage the kale leaves with 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 teaspoon lemon juice for 3 - 5 minutes or until they start to wilt.
    • Add remaining washed and dried mixed greens and red onion. Arrange berries, cheese and toasted almonds on top. 
    • Shake the Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing ingredients in a Mason jar or combine with a blender. Serve on the side.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 254mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 4185IU | Vitamin C: 92.4mg | Calcium: 213mg | Iron: 1.9mg
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    Comments

    1. Kevin

      July 02, 2021 at 3:59 pm

      This recipe sounds like exactly what I am looking for but it is for 2 servings. I want to take this to a potluck. How should I expend them quantity?

      Reply
      • Elaine

        July 02, 2021 at 4:24 pm

        Hi Kevin, Great choice for a potluck. You can easily change the number of servings in this recipe. Go to the recipe card at the bottom of the post. Click on the little purple 2 beside Servings. A little slider will appear above. Drag it to the number of servings you'd like, and it will change the amounts for you in the recipe. For example, if you wanted 10 servings, you'd need 5 cups of kale, etc. Remember that these 2 servings in the recipe (and the photo) were quite large. You might want to make less if it will be served as a side salad at a potluck. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    2. Elise

      June 12, 2020 at 11:05 am

      5 stars
      I didn't have any blackberries, so I subbed blueberries. Such a fresh pretty salad! Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        June 12, 2020 at 11:06 am

        You're welcome! Great idea. I'm sure the blueberries would be just as delicious. Thanks for the 5 stars!

        Reply
    3. Fouzia Husainy

      April 27, 2018 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      I love the berry goodness on the plate. Looks so colourful and beautiful.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        June 12, 2020 at 11:10 am

        Thanks Fouzia!

        Reply
    4. Leanne | Crumb Top Baking

      April 27, 2018 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      This is a beautiful salad Elaine! I make a similar version to this and it's my go-to salad in the summer! There's something about berries, feta and balsamic that's so delicious and refreshing! Happy weekend!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        April 29, 2018 at 7:22 pm

        Thanks Leanne! Agreed--this salad has a great sweet and salty contrast that we love.

        Reply
    5. Nicoletta @sugarlovespices

      April 27, 2018 at 8:41 am

      5 stars
      Berries are my favorite! I love to add them to my baked goods, but also in salads, they are awesome. And your salad is a fantastic example. Beautiful looks and wonderful flavors. The goat cheese would pair so well with the overall taste!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        June 12, 2020 at 11:11 am

        Thanks so much Nicoletta

        Reply
    6. Gabby G

      April 27, 2018 at 8:04 am

      5 stars
      That looks so fresh and delicious on a hot summer night! Drooling here! Beautiful salad, and feta taste good with anything, so this is great!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        June 12, 2020 at 11:11 am

        Thanks Gabby! I love feta cheese on salads, too.

        Reply

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