Blackberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
This refreshing blackberry avocado salad is tossed with greens and drizzled with a zesty honey lemon vinaigrette for the perfect summer side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2–4
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Light Main
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Fresh blackberries
Ripe avocado, sliced or cubed
Mixed salad greens (baby spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
Optional: sliced red onion, toasted almonds, pecans, or walnuts, goat cheese or feta
For the vinaigrette:
Olive oil
Fresh lemon juice
Honey
Dijon mustard
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
In a large bowl, combine greens, blackberries, avocado, and any optional toppings.
Drizzle salad with vinaigrette just before serving.
Gently toss to coat ingredients without crushing avocado or berries.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Greens: Try kale or butter lettuce instead of spring mix.
Fruits: Add strawberries or mandarin oranges for extra sweetness.
Nut-free: Use pumpkin or sunflower seeds for crunch.
Cheese swap: Use goat cheese, feta, or skip for dairy-free.
Make-ahead: Store components separately; combine just before serving.
