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Blackberry and Goat Cheese Salad

Jami Nolen

June 21, 2009

 

This salad is great for a summer BBQ. These two ingredients - blackberries and goat cheese - compliment each other and make a nutritious combination.

 

Ingredients

  • 2 packages (4 to 5 oz. each) fresh blackberries, washed and drained
  • 1/4 cup pecan pieces
  • 1 package (6 oz.) salad greens
  • 3 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese
  • chopped avocado optional

 

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dijon-style mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

 
Directions

In small skillet, add pecans and sautee until lightly browned. Cool and set aside.

In small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, honey, garlic, mustard, salt and pepper, and set aside.

In salad bowl, combine salad greens, blackberries, pecans, avocado and goat cheese. Pour on dressing and toss.

 

Nutritional Information

Calories: 168

Protein: 2 g

Carbohydrates: 12 g

Fat: 14 g

Fiber: 20% Daily Value (DV)

Sodium: 28 mg

Vitamin A: 32% DV

Vitamin E: 10% DV

 

 

Funded in part by USDA SNAP.

Running out of money for food? Contact your local food stamp office or go online to http://dss.mo.gov/fsd/fstamp/. For more information, call MU Extension's Show-Me Nutrition line at 1-888-515-0016.


 
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