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Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad

This Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad is a refreshing blend of sweet blueberries and peppery arugula, enhanced by zesty pickled onions and honey mustard dressing. It’s ideal for casual gatherings or elegant dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 small red onion, halved and sliced into thin slivers
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2½ tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grainy Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 5 ounces baby arugula
  • 2½ cups fresh herb leaves (such as basil, parsley, or mint)
  • ½ small head radicchio, torn into bite-sized pieces (optional)
  • ½ medium seedless cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • ¼ cup Easy Candied Pecans, or to taste
  • ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese, optional
  • Pansies or other edible flowers for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Combine red onion slivers, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt in a jar; let sit for at least 30 minutes.
  • Mix olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, kosher salt, and black pepper in another jar; shake until blended.
  • In a salad bowl, combine baby arugula, fresh herb leaves, and radicchio; toss gently.
  • Top with blueberries, candied pecans, and goat cheese; serve with dressing on the side.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
Adjust honey in dressing for desired sweetness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes (for pickling onions)
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Cold
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 250
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 5