Best 7 Spinach Blueberry Salad Recipes

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Spinach and blueberry salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet blueberries, salty feta cheese, crunchy walnuts, and tangy dressing creates a delightful flavor profile that will please even the pickiest of eaters. With its vibrant colors and abundance of healthy ingredients, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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A lovely salad with fresh blueberries, candied pecans, and blue cheese. The homemade salad dressing is the best and brings the flavors together nicely!

Provided by Kathi Crawford

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 pound fresh spinach
1 pint fresh blueberries
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
4 ounces candied pecans

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, oil, mustard, and sugar in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well.
  • Toss spinach, blueberries, blue cheese, and candied pecans in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 439.5 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

SPINACH BLUEBERRY SALAD



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Blueberries are a fun surprise in this salad. I received the recipe from a co-worker's wife, and it's become one of my favorites. -Heidi Gilleland, Lees Summit, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil
SALAD:
12 cups fresh baby spinach (about 10 ounces)
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Mix first four ingredients; gradually whisk in oil until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients; toss with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 24g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

QUICK BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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I came up with recipe while trying to use up blueberries that I didn't want to go to waste. The combination of flavors and textures are delightful.-Jan Ruiz, Yucaipa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, trimmed
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate until serving., In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, blueberries and nuts. Just before serving, shake dressing and drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

WATERMELON, BLUEBERRY, SPINACH SALAD WITH FETA



WATERMELON, BLUEBERRY, SPINACH SALAD WITH FETA image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tbspn lemon juice
2 tbspn lime juice
2 tbspn honey
8 cups lightly packed spinach leaves
4 cups 1/2 inch cubed watermelon
2 cups blueberries well rinsed and patted dry
1 cup thin seedless cucumber slices
1 cup thin vertical slivers red onion
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk the lemon, lime juices and honey in a large bowl until blended. Add the spinach and toss lightly to coat. Add the watermelon cubes, blueberries, cucumber and red onion; toss to combine. Distribute salad among 8 plates and sprinkle each with feta. I have also combined feta with salad and let others serve themselves for picnics. Nutrition per serving (2 cups): 114 calories, 25% fat(3.4g;2.2 g saturated) 63% carbs (19.6 g), 12% protein(3.9 g) 2.1g fiber, 113 mg calcium, 1.3 mg iron, 184 mg sodium

BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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Spinach, blueberries, and blue cheese in a raspberry vinegar dressing may sound like a strange combination but give it a try.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Spinach

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, torn
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine first five ingredients and shake well.
  • In a large salad bowl, toss the spinach, blue cheese, blueberries and pecans.
  • Add dressing and toss gently.
  • Serve immediately.

STRAWBERRY / BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD & DRESSING



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This is one delicious salad...I just love the dressing...so, so good...if you are afraid of a salad like this, you don't know what you're missing...you need to try it at least once...one of my very favorites... Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

DRESSING
1/2 c canola, or olive oil
1/2 c sugar
1/4 c red wine or white wine vinegar
1/4 c cider vingar
1 1/2 tsp minced onion
1 Tbsp poppy seeds
2 Tbsp sesame seeds
1/4 tsp paprika
SALAD
1/2 c almonds, slivered - or i used roasted cut in half
1 pkg spinach leaves
1 pt strawberries, sliced
1 c blueberries

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. Whisk ingredients until combined thoroughly.
  • 2. In a large serving bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, blueberries and almonds. Toss gently to combine. Just before serving, drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat. Serve immediately. It's delicious!

BLUEBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Healthy

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 c extra virgin olive oil
1/4 c raspberry vinegar
2 Tbsp dijon mustard
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
10 oz fresh spinach, torn
4 oz. blue cheese, crumbled
1 c blueberries,washed and dried
1/2 c pecans, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • In a jar, combine oil, vinegar, mustard, sugar and salt, shake well. In a large salad bowl, toss spinach with half of cheese, half of blueberries and half of pecans. Add enough dressing to coat and toss gently (I usually use 1/2 of the dressing). Garnish salad with remaining cheese, berries and pecans.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed spinach and pre-cut strawberries.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • If you want a sweeter salad, add more honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • For a more savory salad, add a pinch of salt or pepper to the dressing.
  • If you want a crunchier salad, add some chopped walnuts or almonds.
  • This salad is also delicious with grilled chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Spinach blueberry salad is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give this salad a try!

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