Vibrant Spring Mix Salad with Sweet Cherries and Feta
This vibrant spring mix salad is packed with juicy sweet cherries, creamy feta, crisp cucumbers, and crunchy walnuts—all tossed in a tangy apple cider vinaigrette. It’s a no-cook, 10-minute salad that’s bursting with color, texture, and flavor—perfect for spring and summer meals, whether as a refreshing side or light main.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Seasonal
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 5 oz spring lettuce mix
- 1 cup cucumbers, sliced and chopped
- 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and halved
- ½ cup blueberries
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine spring mix, cucumbers, cherries, blueberries, feta, and walnuts. Toss gently to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss again gently to coat.
- Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.
Notes
- Use goat cheese instead of feta for a creamier flavor.
- Try pecans or almonds as an alternative to walnuts.
- Add fresh mint or basil for a herbaceous twist.
- Top with grilled chicken or salmon for a heartier meal.
- Substitute cherries with strawberries or peaches when out of season.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of salad
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
