Blueberry Waldorf Salad

Blueberry Waldorf Salad

Courtesy of US Highbush Blueberry Council 6 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time
Ingredients
1/4 c. orange juice concentrate (not diluted)
2 c. fresh blueberries
2 Tbsp. honey
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 Tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. canola oil
2 large Granny Smith apples
1 c. pecan halves, toasted
2 c. celery, sliced
8 oz. baby spinach leaves

Directions:

1. In a blender container, combine juice concentrate, half of the blueberries, the honey, lemon juice, sugar, mustard and salt; blend until smooth. With the blender running, gradually drizzle in oil until a thick dressing forms. Cover and refrigerate.

2. Core and quarter the apples; slice quarters crosswise. In a large bowl, combine apple slices, pecans, celery and the remaining blueberries.

3. Arrange spinach leaves on cold salad plates; top with blueberry-apple mixture, dividing evenly; blend dressing again until smooth and drizzle each serving with dressing.