Description

This refreshing Berry Salad with Lavender Lemon Vinaigrette combines fresh mixed berries, crunchy almonds, creamy goat cheese, and ripe avocado tossed in a fragrant dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, and a hint of dried lavender. A perfect light and vibrant salad for warm weather or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Lavender Lemon Vinaigrette:

1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
1 Lemon (juice, about 2 tablespoons)
1 clove Garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon Honey
1/4 teaspoon Dried Lavender Bulbs
1/4 teaspoon Salt

For the Salad:

3 handfuls Salad Greens
1 cup Fresh Mixed Berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1/2 cup Almonds
1/4 cup Goat Cheese
1/2 Avocado (sliced)

Instructions

Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice (approx. 2 tablespoons), minced garlic, honey, dried lavender bulbs, and salt until fully combined and emulsified.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, gently toss the salad greens, fresh mixed berries, almonds, and crumbled goat cheese with the prepared lavender lemon vinaigrette ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Add Avocado and Serve: Top the salad with sliced avocado just before serving to maintain its freshness and creaminess. Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, aromatic salad.

Notes

Use fresh lavender bulbs for the best flavor, but culinary lavender can be substituted if unavailable.
If preferred, replace honey with maple syrup or agave for a vegan option.
To toast the almonds, lightly heat them in a dry pan over medium heat until golden for added crunch and flavor.
This salad is best served immediately to keep the greens crisp and berries fresh.
Feel free to substitute goat cheese with feta or omit for a dairy-free variation.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: berry salad, lavender vinaigrette, lemon dressing, fresh berries, goat cheese salad, healthy salad, summer salad