Blackberry Ginger and Lime Salad

Name: Blackberry Ginger & Lime Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: ¼ cup Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar; ⅓ cup Persian Lime Olive Oil; 1 Tbsp whole grain mustard; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 6 cups mixed salad greens; 4 ounces fresh goat cheese; 4 fresh figs, thinly sliced; ¼ cup walnuts

March 9, 2022

Blackberry Ginger and Lime Salad at The Little Shop of Olive Oils

There are salads… and then there are salads that feel like a moment.

This one is layered in the best way. Peppery mixed greens. Creamy goat cheese. Sweet, tender figs. Toasted walnuts for crunch. And then that dressing — the real star.

Our Blackberry Ginger Balsamic brings depth and gentle warmth from the ginger. When you whisk it with Persian Lime Olive Oil, the citrus brightens everything and keeps the dressing fresh and vibrant.

A spoonful of whole grain mustard gives it just enough body and texture to cling to the greens without weighing them down.

It’s the kind of salad I love serving when friends come over for dinner. It feels thoughtful. Balanced. A little elevated without being fussy.

Sweet. Tangy. Creamy. Crunchy.

All the things a beautiful salad should be.

Blackberry Ginger & Lime Salad

The Little Shop of Olive Oils

Servings

Serves 4

Prep Time

10 minutes

Ingredients

For the Dressing

¼ cup Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar
⅓ cup Persian Lime Olive Oil
1 Tbsp whole grain mustard
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Salad

6 cups mixed salad greens
4 ounces fresh goat cheese
4 fresh figs, thinly sliced
¼ cup walnuts

Directions

In a medium bowl, whisk together Blackberry Ginger Balsamic and whole grain mustard.
Slowly drizzle in Persian Lime Olive Oil while whisking constantly until the dressing thickens and emulsifies.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Arrange mixed greens on a serving platter or individual plates.
Top with sliced figs, crumbled goat cheese, and walnuts.
Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently if desired.