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Fresh Summer Berry Salad

A refreshing and colorful salad that combines sweet berries with creamy avocado and mozzarella.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 15, 2026
Fresh Summer Berry Salad
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
10 minutes
Serves
4

This is my absolute favorite salad to make when the weather gets warm. It is light enough for a quick lunch but fancy enough to serve to guests at a summer barbecue. I love how the creamy cheese and avocado balance out the tartness of the fresh berries.

My top tip for this salad is to wait until just before you are ready to eat to add the avocado. This keeps it from turning brown and ensures every bite looks as fresh as the moment you put it together.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash your salad greens and pat them dry with a paper towel or use a salad spinner.

  2. 2

    Place the greens in a large serving bowl as the base for your salad.

  3. 3

    Arrange the sliced strawberries, blueberries, avocado, and mozzarella pearls on top of the greens.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the salad for a nice crunch.

  5. 5

    In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil.

  6. 6

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad right before serving and toss gently to coat.

💡 Tips

If you want to make this ahead of time, keep the dressing separate and add the avocado just before serving. You can also toast the nuts in a dry pan for a few minutes to bring out even more flavor.

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