Blackberry Bacon Blue Cheese Salad
This refreshing and savory salad combines the sweetness of blackberries, the smokiness of crispy bacon, and the creamy tanginess of blue cheese. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, it is packed with flavor and a delightful mix of textures.
Equipment
- 1 large salad bowl
- 1 frying pan
- 1 paper towels
- 1 cutting board
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens e.g., arugula, spinach, and romaine
- 1 cup blackberries
- 6 slices bacon
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup walnuts chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the bacon. In a frying pan over medium heat, fry the bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, place the bacon on a paper towel to drain excess grease, and then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large salad bowl, add the mixed salad greens.
- Rinse the blackberries under cold water and gently pat them dry. Add the blackberries to the bowl with the greens.
- Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese and chopped bacon over the salad.
- If using, add the chopped walnuts for extra crunch.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad. Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, ensuring each person gets a good mix of ingredients in their serving.
- If you prefer a different dressing, consider using honey mustard or a red wine vinaigrette.
- Feel free to substitute blue cheese with feta or goat cheese if desired.
- Consider adding other toppings like sliced almonds or avocado for variation.
Notes
If you prefer a different dressing, a honey mustard or a red wine vinaigrette also works well with this salad. You can substitute the blue cheese with feta or goat cheese if desired. Feel free to add other toppings like sliced almonds or avocado for variation.