Huckleberry Salad

Huckleberry Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of huckleberries with the crunch of fresh vegetables, all dressed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This Paleo Indian-inspired salad is perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• Fresh huckleberries - 1 cup
• Mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula) - 3 cups
• Cucumber, diced - 1 medium
• Red bell pepper, diced - 1 medium
• Carrot, shredded - 1 medium
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 1/4 medium
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Honey (or maple syrup for strict Paleo) - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chopped fresh mint - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, shredded carrot, and red onion.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
4. Add the fresh huckleberries and chopped mint to the salad, tossing lightly to avoid crushing the berries.
5. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from huckleberries, which may help reduce inflammation.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting healthy digestion.

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