Easy Healthy Blueberry Avocado Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing

is a burst of freshness and flavor, combining sweet blueberries with creamy avocado, crisp greens, and protein-packed eggs. Drizzled with a zesty, homemade creamy lemon dressing, it's a perfectly balanced meal that feels both indulgent and incredibly wholesome. Prepare to fall in love with this colorful and satisfying dish!

📜 Ingredients

6 cups mixed greens (such as spring mix or romaine, torn)

2 large hard-boiled eggs, halved or quartered

1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and diced

1 cup fresh blueberries

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, roughly chopped

1 cup croutons (halal-certified store-bought or homemade)

For the Creamy Lemon Dressing:

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full fat or low fat)

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

1/8 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)

📝 Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional maple syrup or honey until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside.
  2. Assemble the Greens: In a large salad bowl, place the mixed greens as the base.
  3. Add Salad Components: Artfully arrange the diced avocado, fresh blueberries, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped walnuts or pecans over the greens.
  4. Add Eggs and Croutons: Gently place the hard-boiled egg halves or quarters on top of the salad. Scatter the croutons evenly over the salad.
  5. Dress and Serve: Drizzle the creamy lemon dressing generously over the entire salad just before serving. Toss gently if desired, or serve as is, allowing each diner to mix their own.

💡 Chef's Tips

  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the hard-boiled eggs, wash and chop the vegetables, and make the dressing a day in advance. Store all components separately in the refrigerator and assemble just before serving for the freshest taste and texture.
  • Protein Boost: For an even heartier meal, add grilled chicken breast, baked salmon, or even roasted chickpeas for a delicious plant-based protein kick.