Crunchy Berry Salad with Homemade Mixed Berry Mayonnaise
28 minutes
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About Crunchy Berry Salad with Homemade Mixed Berry Mayonnaise
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Crunchy Berry Salad! This recipe features a unique homemade mixed berry mayonnaise that elevates a simple salad into a culinary masterpiece. Imagine sweet strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries blended into a creamy, tangy dressing, tossed with crisp cabbage, crunchy walnuts, and juicy black grapes.The process of creating the mixed berry mayonnaise is surprisingly simple, involving a quick simmer of berries with honey and lemon juice, followed by a delightful combination with mayonnaise. This recipe is perfect for a light lunch, a healthy snack, or a vibrant side dish at your next gathering.Get ready to experience a delightful explosion of flavors and textures – sweet, tart, creamy, and crunchy all in one bowl! This recipe is not just delicious; it's also a fantastic way to showcase the bounty of the berry season.
Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Cook8 minutes
Total28 minutes
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 cup Cabbage finely shredded or cubed
- 1 cup Strawberries sliced or diced
- 1 cup Grapes black, halved or quartered
- 1/2 cup Walnuts lightly toasted, roughly chopped
For the Mixed Berry Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Raspberries fresh
- 1/2 cup Blueberries fresh
- 1/2 cup Mulberries fresh
- 2 tbsp Honey or to taste, organic
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise high-quality mayonnaise; you can also make your own
Instructions
Prepare the Salad
- Combine shredded cabbage, sliced strawberries, halved grapes, and toasted walnuts in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Make the Mixed Berry Sauce
- Combine raspberries, blueberries, mulberries, honey, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 7-8 minutes, or until berries have softened and released their juices. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let cool completely and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Make the Mixed Berry Mayonnaise
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cooled berry sauce and mayonnaise until smooth and well combined. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend completely.
Assemble and Serve
- Just before serving, gently toss the chilled salad ingredients with the mixed berry mayonnaise. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a more intense berry flavor, use frozen berries and let them thaw slightly before simmering.
- Adjust the amount of honey to your liking depending on the sweetness of your berries.
- Toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch; feel free to substitute with pecans or other nuts.
- For a vegan option, use a high-quality vegan mayonnaise.
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 149mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
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This looks divine! Can’t wait to make it.
Absolutely scrumptious! Thanks for the recipe.
This is so inspiring! Can’t wait to cook it.
Yummy
Wow
Absolutely wonderful! Can’t wait to make it.