salad with berries and pecans

Dinner
This healthy summer side salad with berries is loaded with sweet, juicy blackberries and raspberries adding a burst of sweetness in every bite. Complimented with a light vinaigrettePecans add the perfect crunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 5 ounce package mixed baby greens, or baby arugula
  • 1/2 package blackberries, 3 ounces total
  • 1/2 package raspberries, 3 ounces total
  • 15 pecan halves
  • 1 tablespoon Champagne vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. For the dressing, place vinegar in a non reactive mixing bowl with basil, salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Drizzle the olive oil in a slow stream, whisking until the oil is emulsified.
  3. Toss the mixed greens with the vinaigrette and place in a salad bowl.
  4. Top with blackberries, raspberries and pecans and serve right away.