Blackberry Avocado Salad

A vibrant, crisp salad featuring creamy avocado, sweet blackberries, and a zesty lemon dressing.

Ingredients

• Salad: 
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 2 sliced avocados
  • 2 cups blackberries
  • ½ sliced red onion
  • ½ cup pecans
  • ½ cup crumbled goat cheese
  • Fresh thyme (garnish)
• Dressing:
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 6 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Prep: 
   1. Wash and dry the greens and blackberries. 
   2. Slice the avocado and red onion. 
   3. Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until fragrant; let cool.
2. Whisk Dressing: 
   1. Combine lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon, and honey in a small bowl. 
   2. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Assemble Salad: 
   1. Layer greens, avocado, blackberries, red onion, pecans, and goat cheese on a platter.
4. Toss: 
   1. Drizzle with dressing, toss gently, and garnish with thyme.
   2. Serve immediately.