Fresh and Colorful: The Ultimate Summer Salad Recipe!

Fresh and Colorful: The Ultimate Summer Salad Recipe!

Ingredients:

  • 1 head of lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (can use fresh or canned)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the torn lettuce, sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, corn kernels, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  3. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 270

Total Fat: 19g

Saturated Fat: 3.5g

Cholesterol: 10mg

Sodium: 420mg

Total Carbohydrates: 23g

Dietary Fiber: 6g

Total Sugars: 7g

Protein: 5g

Pro Tips:

  • For added crunch, you can add some toasted nuts or seeds to the top of the salad.
  • Feel free to adjust the dressing to your taste. If you like it more tangy, add more lime juice. If you like it sweeter, add more honey.
  • This salad is also great with grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak added on top for a complete meal.

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