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easter spring mix salad

10-Minute Easter Spring Mix Salad

Delicious 10-Minute Easter Spring Mix Salad recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 900 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dressing::

  • 1/3 cup olive oil (I prefer California Olive Ranch for its mild flavor)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (I always use Bragg for the best tang)
  • 3 tbsp blueberries
  • 1 tbsp monk fruit powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice

For the salad::

  • 5 oz spring mix
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted for 5 minutes to add a deeper crunch)
  • 3/4 cup goat cheese (crumbled into small 1/2-inch chunks)

Instructions
 

  • Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and add the walnuts, toasting them for about 5 minutes while stirring occasionally until fragrant and lightly browned. This deepens their flavor and creates that satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy goat cheese. Transfer to a plate to cool slightly.
  • In a blender, combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of blueberries, monk fruit powder, salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice. Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until completely smooth and emulsified. I like using a high-quality olive oil here because it's the star of the dressing—the mild flavor lets the blueberry and lemon shine through without overpowering the delicate greens.
  • Place the spring mix in a large bowl, then scatter the toasted walnuts from Step 1, the 1 cup of fresh blueberries, and the crumbled goat cheese evenly over the greens. Pour the blueberry vinaigrette from Step 2 over the salad and gently toss until all the greens are lightly coated. Toss gently to avoid crushing the delicate greens and blueberries—I prefer to use my hands or salad servers rather than vigorous stirring to keep everything intact.