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My Most Requested Summer Salad


  • Author: dana-r
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant, refreshing salad perfect for summer days, busy schedules, family gatherings, and picnics.


Ingredients

  • Greens of your choice (mixed greens, spinach, or arugula)
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Cucumbers, diced
  • Red onions, finely sliced
  • Feta cheese, crumbled
  • Grilled chicken or chickpeas (optional)
  • A simple vinaigrette (olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Start by washing and chopping your greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers. If you’re adding chicken, grill it to perfection.
  2. Toss it together: In a large bowl, combine the greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and feta cheese.
  3. Add protein: If you want a little extra heartiness, toss in your grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  4. Make the vinaigrette: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
  5. Drizzle and serve: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
  6. Enjoy: Dig in and relish the refreshing taste of summer!

Notes

Use the freshest produce for the best flavor. Add nuts for crunch or fruits for sweetness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad, healthy salad, picnic food