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Berry Walnut Spinach Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A quick and refreshing salad combining brain-healthy ingredients like leafy greens, berries, and walnuts, dressed with a simple lemon vinaigrette.

A simple MIND Diet recipe built around everyday ingredients that support a brain-healthy eating pattern.

Brain Care Score: 70 / 100

A practical Alzheimer’s Weekly score based on MIND-style ingredients and limits on less brain-friendly ingredients.

Why it scores well:

  • Includes leafy greens
  • Includes nuts
  • Uses olive oil

Score limits:

  • Contains added sweetener

This is an editorial nutrition guide, not medical advice.

Berry Walnut Spinach Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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A quick and refreshing salad combining brain-healthy ingredients like leafy greens, berries, and walnuts, dressed with a simple lemon vinaigrette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves washed and dried
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries rinsed
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts lightly toasted if preferred
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional for extra flavor
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for dressing
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice for dressing
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey to balance dressing acidity
  • to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. In a large bowl, combine baby spinach, blueberries, chopped walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese if using.
  3. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Serve immediately for a fresh, nutrient-rich salad perfect for brain health support.

Notes

Caregiver tip: Prepare ingredients ahead to save time and serve this salad as a light lunch or side dish. This recipe combines leafy greens, berries, and nuts which are staples of the MIND diet, supporting brain health with antioxidants, healthy fats, and vitamins.

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