Description
A simple, refreshing salad featuring strawberries, blueberries, and a light dressing, suitable for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Instructions
- Combine the sliced strawberries and blueberries in a medium bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, balsamic vinegar, and poppy seeds until the sugar begins to dissolve.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the fruit and gently toss to coat.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, sprinkle the toasted slivered almonds over the salad.
Notes
- Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until lightly browned.
- For a creamier texture, you can fold in 1/2 cup of whipped cream just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 2
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: 4th of July, strawberries, blueberries, summer salad, fruit salad, easy dessert