Berry Salad Poppy Dressing (Printable View)

Vibrant mix of fresh berries and greens tossed with tangy poppy seed dressing for a refreshing dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Salad Components

01 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (baby spinach, arugula, or mesclun mix)
02 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
04 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
05 - 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
06 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
07 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

→ Poppy Seed Dressing

08 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon honey
11 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
13 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
14 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar. Whisk vigorously until fully emulsified and smooth.
02 - Place mixed salad greens in a large serving bowl. Arrange strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries evenly over the greens.
03 - Scatter toasted sliced almonds across the salad. Add crumbled feta cheese if desired, distributing evenly for consistent flavor.
04 - Drizzle poppy seed dressing over the salad immediately before serving. Toss gently to coat ingredients evenly, or offer dressing on the side for individual portioning.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The dressing strikes that perfect balance between tangy and sweet, making even berry skeptics reach for seconds
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes flat but looks like you spent twice as long arranging it
02 -
  • The dressing can be made up to three days ahead and stored in the refrigerator, but bring it to room temperature before using since olive oil solidifies when cold
  • Berries continue to release moisture after being dressed, so this salad is best served within ten minutes of tossing
03 -
  • If your berries are not quite sweet enough, add an extra teaspoon of honey to the dressing
  • The salad travels well if you pack the dressing separately and toss it at your destination

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