Summer berry, basil and rocket salad
- Serves 4-6
- Prep time: 15 mins
A simply sensational rocket salad, with fresh summer berries, basil and a quick balsamic dressing. Perfect for entertaining and accompanying a BBQ, lunch or dinner with your protein of choice.
Ingredients
¼ cup olive oil
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp honey
120g baby rocket
2 cups mixed berries (we used raspberries, sliced strawberries and blueberries)
½ red onion, thinly sliced
Fresh basil leaves
¼ cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted
Method
To make the dressing, in a small jug or bowl, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar and honey. Season with salt and pepper and mix well to combine.
Scatter the rocket over a large serving platter or salad bowl.
Top with mixed berries and red onion.
Drizzle over the dressing.
Garnish with basil and almonds to serve.
Top tip: Crumbled feta cheese and sliced cucumber are delicious additions to this summer salad.
Stone fruits, apples, oranges, and mandarins can be used instead of berries.