This Berry Balsamic Salad combines sweet berries, crisp greens, and crunchy nuts with a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. It’s delicious as a light lunch, or topped with grilled chicken or air-fryer salmon for a delicious dinner.

The balsamic vinaigrette is easy to make. To create an emulsified vinaigrette (i.e., fully-mixed and stabilized), we use dijon mustard and mayonnaise, and then slowly pour in the oil while whisking constantly. An emulsified vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days, so it’s a great one to make on Sunday and use throughout the week.

For a heartier salad, we love to add farro. Farro is an ancient grain, common in Mediterranean cuisine, with a nutty flavor and chewy texture. It’s packed with fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious addition to salads, soups, or grain bowls. To save time, I use “quick-cooking” or “10-minute” Italian Farro, available at many supermarkets.

Hope you get to try the Berry Balsamic Salad! Looking for some other salads to try? Check out our caesar salad, kale salad, fattoush salad, roasted beet salad, broccoli salad, or green bean salad!