Description
Enjoy the refreshing flavors of summer with this Yummy Summer Salad recipe. Packed with a variety of fresh ingredients and a tasty dressing, it’s perfect for a light and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Mixed Greens:
4 cups
Strawberries:
1 cup, sliced
Cucumber:
1 cup, sliced or diced
Cherry Tomatoes:
1/2 cup, halved
Red Onion:
1/4 cup, thinly sliced
Feta Cheese:
1/4 cup, crumbled
Toasted Sliced Almonds or Pecans:
1/4 cup
Avocado:
1 ripe, sliced
Dressing:
3 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
1 tablespoon Honey
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, strawberries, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta, nuts, and avocado.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added protein, top with grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Swap the strawberries for blueberries or peaches, and use goat cheese or fresh mozzarella instead of feta if preferred.
- Dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
