Ingredients and Weight:
- Strawberries: 200 grams (fresh, washed and hulled)
- Blueberries: 200 grams (fresh or frozen, washed)
- Apples: 2 large (red or green, peeled, cored and cut into cubes)
- Orange juice: 1 cup
- Feta cheese: 100 grams (crumbled)
- Poppy seeds: 1 tablespoon
- Honey: 2 tablespoons (optional)
- Salt and pepper: To taste (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: None (this is a salad)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Simple to Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare all fruits by washing, hulling strawberries, peeling and coring apples. Cut apples into small cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries, and apple cubes.
- Add crumbled feta cheese and poppy seeds to the fruit mixture.
- Pour in orange juice and mix well.
- Optionally, add honey and season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for later consumption.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the ingredients listed above)
* Calories: About 300-400 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
* Carbohydrates: High due to fruits and optional honey.
* Protein: Provided by the feta cheese.
* Fat: From the cheese and a small amount from the poppy seeds.
* Fiber: Excellent source due to the fruits.
Dish Characteristics:
- Colorful and visually appealing due to the combination of red, white (from the cheese), and blue fruits.
- Refreshing and sweet-tart taste that is typical of fruit salads.
- High in fiber and a good source of vitamins and minerals due to the fruits.
- Can be served as a side dish or as a light dessert.
User Comments:
- "This is a refreshing dish that goes well with any meal! The combination of flavors is excellent."
- "I love the combination of fruits and feta cheese. It gives the salad a unique taste."
- "Great for summer when you want something light and healthy."
- "The poppy seeds add a nice crunch to the salad."
- "I added more honey for a sweeter taste, but it was still delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh fruits for best results but frozen blueberries can be used if fresh are not available.
- Adjust the amount of honey according to your preference for sweetness.
- If not serving immediately, chill the salad in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving to enhance flavor.
