Vegan MoFo: Summer berry salad with agave-mustard vinaigrette

Today's Cooking the Rainbow color: blue/purple

I can't believe the first week of MoFo is almost over already!  Today I have a light and easy salad that takes advantage of summer berries before they're gone (in my neck of the woods at least).

Spinach, washed and torn (or salad green of your choice, or even a mix)

1 avocado, diced

Strawberries, washed, drained and sliced

Blueberries, washed and drained

Blackberries, washed and drained

Sliced almonds (optional: toasted)

1/3 c. balsamic vinegar

1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil

1-2 Tbsp. dijon mustard

1 Tbsp. agave nectar (or maple syrup)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Whisk together vinegar, oil, mustard, agave, salt and pepper.  Adjust to taste.  Toss all produce together.  Drizzle with dressing and enjoy!

Nutrition Benefits

blueberry: vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese

blackberry: vitamin E, folate, magnesium, potassium, copper, vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese