Fruit, Avocado, and Feta Salad
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Fruit, Avocado, and Feta Salad
Description
Fruit, Avocado, and Feta Salad blends leafy greens with a variety of fresh fruits and nuts for a well-rounded texture. The green base of romaine and spinach provides mild crunch, while diced apple and strawberries add sweetness and freshness. Creamy avocado pieces contribute richness, and dried cranberries offer a chewy contrast. Sliced green onions lend a mild sharpness, and toasted almonds provide a nutty crunch. Crumbled feta cheese introduces a salty, tangy finish to the mix.
The salad is dressed with a smooth vinaigrette made from fresh orange juice, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and black pepper. This bright and slightly sweet dressing ties together the diverse ingredients without overwhelming them. Tossing the salad just before serving keeps the greens crisp and the fruits fresh.
Ideal for a light lunch or as a side salad, this combination offers a balance of creamy, crisp, sweet, and savory elements. The dressing can be prepared ahead and stored in the fridge, making it convenient to assemble the salad when needed.
This recipe allows for ingredient flexibility, making it easy to adjust quantities or components to taste or seasonal availability.
Ingredients
- lettuce I use half romaine, half spinach
- spinach I use half romaine, half spinach
- apple about 1, peeled and diced
- strawberry sliced
- avocado diced
- dried cranberries
- green onion sliced
- almonds toasted, sliced
- feta cheese crumbled
Dressing: (makes around 1/2 cup)
- 3 tablespoons orange juice fresh
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- salt about 1/4 t. salt and fresh cracked pepper
- black pepper about 1/4 t. salt and fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- For the salad: Arrange all ingredients in a bowl. Measurements are up to you and how much you like of everything.
- For the dressing: Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth. Dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Toss salad with dressing right before serving to avoid sogginess.
Notes
- This salad recipe comes from a friend named Carrie.
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