Berry avo salad with balsamic dressing

Are you ready to get transported to a springtime paradise? Well, this salad is just the right dish for you where the essence of the season is captured in every delicious mouthful. 

However, styling salads is a completely different ball game altogether. It is easy to prepare with almost no cooking involved but the challenge is the presentation. Styling salads is an art form that requires careful attention to detail and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of fresh ingredients. Styling salads can indeed be a balancing act, especially when working with a variety of fresh ingredients. The key is to embrace the natural beauty of each component while ensuring that they come together harmoniously to form a cohesive and inviting presentation. The green, red, blue, and white look perfect together and create a beautiful contrast against the white surface. 

The dressing is fail-proof as it has honey and balsamic vinegar. You can never go wrong with strawberries and balsamic vinegar. With its combination of crisp arugula, juicy strawberries, creamy avocado, and fragrant herbs, this salad embodies the essence of springtime.

Preparation time: 10-15 minutes
Cooking time: NA
Serves:2-3

Ingredients

• Arugula leaves ½ cup
• Fresh strawberries 1 cup sliced in half or quarters
• Blueberries 10-15
• Avocado 1 ripe avocado
• Feta cheese (crumbled) 2 tbsp
• Toasted pine nuts 2 tbsp
• Fresh herbs (such as basil or mint)
• Extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup
• Balsamic vinegar 2 tsp
• Honey 1 tsp
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Dried oregano

Method

1. Start by, combining the arugula, sliced strawberries, and blueberries in a large mixing bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (if using), salt, dried oregano, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
3. Drizzle the herb vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
4. Gently toss the salad until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Place in a serving platter and arrange the avo slices. Top it with fresh herbs, toasted pine nuts, and feta cheese.
6. Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or light meal.