Vegan Blueberry Cucumber Salad

This tasty and wholesome Vegan Blueberry Cucumber Salad is ideal for warm weather. We will prepare this salad with avocado, cucumber, white balsamic vinegar, and blueberries. It is a nutrient-packed salad. In blueberries, antioxidants are abundant which aids in preventing inflammation and cell damage. Cucumbers are a cooling item because they contain less amount of calories with a high water level. This Vegan Blueberry Cucumber Salad is a good pick for holiday picnics or small parties. Let’s prepare the refreshing and flavorful salad with the instructions (listed below).

STATS

• Course: Lunch
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegan, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
• Total Time: Ten minutes
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes

EQUIPMENT

• One bowl
• One spoon
• Chopping board
• A sharp knife
• Fine strainer
• Large dish
• Serving cups

INGREDIENTS

For The Salad

• Silvered Almonds 2 tbsp
• Three tbsp of hemp seeds
• Crushed avocado one
• One cup of red cabbage, grated
• Canned Chickpeas 1, approx. to 14 oz.
• Chopped seedless cucumber 1
• Fresh Blueberries 1.5 cup
• 3 to 4 cups of arugula or spring mix

For The White Balsamic Vinaigrette

• Half a cup of olive oil
• One-fourth cup of White Balsamic Vinegar
• Maple syrup 2 tbsp
• Italian Seasoning 1/4 tsp
• Salt 1/2 teaspoon
• 1/4 tsp of ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add salt, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and maple syrup to a bowl.
2. Then, combine all items with a spoon.
3. The salad dressing is ready. Put aside the bowl.
4. Meanwhile, we will cut the vegetables.
5. Place all vegetables on a chopping board.
6. Now, cut avocado and cucumber into a diced shape with a sharp knife.
7. After that, open the chickpea can.
8. Shift into a fine strainer to drain its extra liquid.
9. Next, add hemp seeds, spring mix, blueberries, cucumber, almonds, avocado, red cabbage, and chickpeas to a large dish.
10. Then, add prepared Italian seasoning dressing to the chopped vegetables.
11. Mix all ingredients with a spoon.
12. Taste the salad and adjust flavors to choice (if necessary).
13. The tasty and crunchy Blueberry Cucumber Salad is ready.
14. Shift the salad into small serving cups and serve.

VARIATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

Salad dressing:

• We can serve the tasty salad with different dressings such as lemon vinaigrette, maple tahini, or raspberry vinaigrette dressing.

Cheese:

• Experiment with different cheeses such as parmesan or dairy-free feta cheese for more taste. The feta cheese from Violife is my preference.

Protein:

• Add protein items to the salad such as chickpeas, tofu, nuts, tempeh, or nuts.

Berries:

• Try this salad with different sorts of berries.

Legumes:

• White beans work well instead of chickpeas.

Greens:

• We can incorporate multiple greens such as Romaine lettuce, spinach, spring mix, or arugula.

Herbs:

• Add fresh herbs for a flavorful and refreshing taste.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Serve the salad with grilled vegan burgers, sweet potato fries, and a refreshing cucumber lime.
• Enjoy it with roasted hash browns and tofu scramble.
• Pair the tasty salad with vegan falafel, quinoa tabouleh, and grilled pita bread.
• Vegan chickpea curry, basmati rice, or naan bread also pairs well with the salad.
• Accompany this salad with vegan gyro wraps, spring rolls, or coleslaw.
• Spanish rice, guacamole, or vegan pasta primavera goes well with the blueberry salad.
• You can serve this salad with mushroom steaks or chickpea salad.

TIPS

• Utilize ripe and fresh blueberries for the best texture.
• Choose the right type of cucumber like Persian or English cucumber.
• Drizzle salad dressing over the vegetables before consuming.
• Incorporate some vibrant items such as carrots, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers to make the salad visually attractive.
• Add fresh herbs like dill, basil, cumin, or mint for a flavor.
• Agave syrup also works well in this salad.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

• Save the white balsamic vinaigrette mixture and salad in different sealed boxes. Refrigerate the boxes for four to seven days.

Freezer:

• I won’t suggest freezing this blueberry cucumber salad.

FAQs

How does the avocado contribute to the salad?

• Avocado adds smoothness, healthy fats, and nutrients to the salad.

What kind of seeds or nuts can I use instead of almonds?

• You can utilize pumpkin seeds, pecans, or walnuts instead of silvered almonds.

How can I retain the crispiness of cucumbers in a salad?

• Utilize fresh and firm cucumbers for an optimal flavor. You can also add chopped cucumbers into salted water. Put aside the bowl for eleven to sixteen minutes. After that, dry the cucumbers with kitchen tissue paper.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Per Serving Size 1 cup
Total servings 4 salads
Total Calories 338 kcal
Carbohydrates 43 g
Dietary Fiber 15.6 g
Protein 15.4 g
Total Fat 15 g
Sugar 7 g
Sodium 28 mg