Fresh Summer Berry Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Vibrant Garden Salad
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A generous handful of peppery arugula or spring mix (about 3-4 cups)
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A pint of juicy blueberries (roughly 1½ cups)
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One cool, crisp cucumber, chopped into bite-sized pieces
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About a cup of thinly sliced purple cabbage for color and crunch
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One can of hearty chickpeas (14oz), rinsed well
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A perfectly ripe avocado, diced into creamy chunks
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3 tablespoons of nutty hemp seeds
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2 tablespoons of toasted slivered almonds
→ For the Tangy Vinaigrette
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½ cup of fruity extra virgin olive oil
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¼ cup of sweet white balsamic vinegar
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2 tablespoons of golden agave or maple syrup
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A pinch of aromatic Italian herbs (¼ teaspoon)
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A good pinch of sea salt (½ teaspoon)
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Freshly cracked black pepper (¼ teaspoon)
# Instructions:
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In a small bowl, whisk together your olive oil, white balsamic, sweet agave, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper until they become a smooth, silky dressing. Give it a taste and adjust to your liking - this is your creation!
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In a large beautiful serving bowl, gently toss together the arugula, plump blueberries, cucumber chunks, vibrant cabbage, protein-packed chickpeas, creamy avocado, and both types of seeds. The colors will be absolutely stunning together!
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Either serve the dressing alongside for guests to add their desired amount, or drizzle it over the salad and gently toss everything together. For a beautiful presentation, save some blueberries and hemp seeds to sprinkle on top!
# Notes:
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This gorgeous salad can be your nutritious main dish or the showstopper side at your next gathering!
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For meal prep, store the salad and dressing separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the fridge.
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Feel free to swap in whatever seasonal berries look best at your market - strawberries or blackberries work beautifully too!