Description
A vibrant and antioxidant-rich salad featuring mixed berries, super greens, and a creamy lemon herb yogurt dressing. Light, refreshing, and nutrient-packed — perfect for healthy lunches, meal prep, or entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Salad
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1 cup blueberries
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1 cup blackberries
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1 cup kale, chopped and massaged
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1 cup baby spinach
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½ cup arugula
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¼ cup fresh mint leaves
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
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Optional: 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, ¼ cup goat cheese, 2 tbsp almonds
For the Creamy Lemon Herb Dressing
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½ cup Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for vegan)
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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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Juice and zest of 1 lemon
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley
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Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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Prepare greens – Wash, dry, and chop kale. Massage it with lemon juice for tenderness.
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Rinse berries – Pat dry to avoid sogginess.
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Chop herbs – Mint, parsley, oregano.
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Make dressing – Whisk together yogurt, oil, lemon juice/zest, herbs, and garlic.
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Combine – Toss greens, herbs, and berries in a bowl. Drizzle with dressing.
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Garnish – Add toppings like seeds or cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
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For meal prep, store dressing separately and assemble before eating.
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Swap kale for baby arugula or add avocado for extra healthy fats.
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Chill dressing for 15–30 mins before use to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: ~240 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g (natural)
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 5 g