Imagine a salad so fresh and vibrant that it transforms your ordinary meal into a gourmet experience! This Baby Greens with Blackberries and Pecans recipe is not just a salad – it's a celebration of summer flavors that combines the delicate sweetness of ripe blackberries, the rich crunch of toasted pecans, and the tender embrace of baby greens. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers and those seeking a quick, elegant dish that looks like it came straight from a five-star restaurant kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby greens
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted
- 2 tablespoons honey vinaigrette
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 4 cups of baby greens, 1 cup of blackberries, 1/2 cup of toasted pecans, 2 tablespoons of honey vinaigrette, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Rinse the baby greens thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Gently spin them dry in a salad spinner or pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large salad bowl, add the cleaned baby greens as the base of your salad.
- Carefully rinse the blackberries under cold water. Once rinsed, gently pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Evenly distribute the rinsed blackberries over the baby greens in the salad bowl.
- Next, take the toasted pecans and sprinkle them over the salad. If you haven't toasted the pecans yet, you can do so by placing them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Allow them to cool before adding to the salad.
- Drizzle the honey vinaigrette over the salad. You can adjust the amount based on your taste preference.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Start with a small pinch of each and adjust as needed.
- Using salad tongs or two large forks, gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients without bruising the greens or the blackberries.
- Once well combined, serve the salad immediately on individual plates or in a serving bowl. Enjoy your fresh and vibrant Baby Greens with Blackberries and Pecans!
Tips
- Toast your pecans carefully: The key to elevating this salad is perfectly toasted pecans. Watch them closely and stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Use the freshest ingredients: Select crisp, bright baby greens and plump, ripe blackberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Dress just before serving: Add the honey vinaigrette at the last moment to keep your greens crisp and prevent wilting.
- Customize your salad: Feel free to add goat cheese or swap pecans for almonds to make this recipe your own.
- Chill your serving plates: For an extra touch of elegance, refrigerate your plates briefly before serving to keep the salad cool and fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 160kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
