Blackberry Basil Pecan & Goat Cheese Salad
Time
10 Min
Serves
1
Published August 5, 2023 by Dr. Stephanie Gray, DC
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This big salad for one, sounds fancy but it really has very simple ingredients. It begins on a bed of greens (I used spinach, romaine, and arugla) topped with fresh blackberries, pecans, basil leaves and goat cheese. A lemon vinaigrette brings all the flavours together . This salad comes together in less than 10 minutes. And it’s very easy to simply add more ingredients if you are serving more people.
Serve this salad with a protein to be a full meal.
I hope you enjoy this beautiful salad.
Gluten free, grain free, plant based, healthy carbs, no sugar or bad fats.
For other great salad ideas, check out these other recipes:
Lentil Salad with Herbs & Turmeric
Roasted Cauliflower Caesar Salad
Colourful Salad with Turmeric Italian Dressing
Beef Fajita Salad with Roasted Poblano Dressing
Why you will LOVE this Blackberry Salad with Pecans & Basil
- Less than 10 minutes from start to finish
- A super delicious, HEALTHY lunch or dinner idea.
- Add a protein to make it a more robust meal.
- The salad dressing is easy, inexpensive and super healthy. No cheap, inflammatory seed oils here.
- Naturally gluten free, grain free, refined sugar free, no refined carbs or oils
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans (use maple syrup in the dressing rather than honey for vegans)
How to Store this Blackberry Pecan Basil Salad?
Store leftovers in a tight glass container. Must be refrigerated. Should be eaten within a 2-3 days for best taste. Do not freeze.
Blackberry Pecan Basil Salad for One
Equipment
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1 small mason jar
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 cup romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup arugula
- 5 basil leaves shredded
- 3 tbsp goat cheese crumbled
- 3 tbsp pecans
For the Salad Dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
To make the salad dressing
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Add salad dressing ingredients to the small mason jar. Secure with a lid and shake to mix well.
To make the salad
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On a plate or salad bowl add romaine, spinach, arugula. Top with basil leaves, goat cheese and blackberries.
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Pour salad dressing over the salad just before eating.
Notes
Substitute walnuts for pecans.
Nutrition
I’m a doctor of chiropractic, with a special interest in nutrition. I am passionate about healthy eating and using food to heal thyself. Food should be made in a kitchen not a factory. I believe in eating whole foods, keeping processed foods to a minimum. It is my goal to show you that eating healthy and cooking at home can be simple and very rewarding! All of my recipes are gluten-free. Some are ketogenic or paleo friendly.