Blackberry Salad With Creamy Feta

Submitted by Peggy L.

"This is a refreshing, light salad and is even better if you can obtain fresh local produce."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 25mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 4 ounces feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 -8 cups fresh blackberries (may also use Blueberries)
• 1⁄3 cup fresh mint leaves, large leaves torn
• 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (raw sugar)
• 2 teaspoons lemon peel, finely shredded
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• red pepper (optional)

• quick pickled onion

• 1 red onion, small, silvered
• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt

directions

1. 1, Prepare Quick Pickled Onions combining ingredients in bowl and let stand for stand at room temperature for 1 to 4 hours stirring occassionally.
2. 2. Meanwhile, for creamy feta, combine feta cheese and 2 Tbsps Olive oil, and red pepper in food processor. Cover and process till almost smooth.
3. 3. In a large bowl gently toss blackberries, mint, sugar, lemon peel, and drained Quick Pickled Onions.
4. Arrange in a serving bowl or platter, serve with creamy feta and drizzle olive oil.