BLUEBERRY BROCCOLI SPINACH SALAD WITH POPPYSEED RANCH

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Channeling the flavors of some of some of my favorite restaurant salads, this tasty Blueberry Broccoli Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Ranch is the perfect blend of savory sweetness!

 

Author: JENN LAUGHLIN - PEAS AND CRAYONS

 

Ingredients

FOR THE SALAD:



  • 4 oz fresh baby spinach

  • 1/2 cup chopped broccoli

  • 1/2 a ripe avocado

  • 1/4 cup blueberries

  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

  • 2-4 TBSP dried cranberries

  • 2-4 TBSP roasted sunflower seeds (I used unsalted)

  • black pepper, to taste (optional)


 
POPPY SEED RANCH DRESSING:



  • 1/2 cup of plain greek yogurt or sour cream

  • 1/4 cup of buttermilk (extra if desired)

  • 1/4 cup good quality mayonnaise (homemade or store bought)

  • 1 clove garlic

  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar

  • 1 tsp poppy seeds

  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley

  • 1/2 tsp dried dill

  • 1/4 tsp onion powder

  • 1/4 tsp paprika

  • 1/8-1/4 tsp garlic powder, to taste

  • 1/8 tsp sea salt

  • 1/8 tsp black pepper


 
 

Instructions



  1. Start with the dressing (skip if using premade)

  2. Visit peasandcrayons.com for full instructions.