Fresh Berry Low-Sugar Salad
A vibrant mix of seasonal berries and crisp greens tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette, naturally sweetened without added sugar for a refreshing, antioxidant-rich meal. This salad recipe (vegan), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs mixed greens, strawberries, blueberries into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (spinach and arugula) mixed greens
- 1 cup, sliced strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- pinch salt
- 1/4 cup, sliced almonds
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, and a pinch of salt until emulsified and slightly thickened.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups mixed greens, 1 cup sliced strawberries, and 1 cup blueberries. Drizzle with the lemon vinaigrette and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Divide salad among plates and sprinkle with 1/4 cup sliced almonds just before serving for a satisfying crunch.
