When the weather starts to heat up, there’s nothing better than a crisp, refreshing salad to cool you down. This summer salad recipe is packed with fresh, seasonal ingredients and bursting with flavor. It’s easy to make and perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner. Give it a try and you’ll see why this is the perfect summer salad!
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 6 cups mixed greens, washed and dried
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley, or cilantro)
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Start by preparing your salad ingredients. Wash and dry the mixed greens and place them in a large salad bowl. Add the cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Next, dice the avocado and crumble the feta cheese. Add them to the salad bowl.
- Chop your fresh herbs and sprinkle them over the top of the salad.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.
- Enjoy your fresh and flavorful summer salad!
This salad is perfect for a picnic, BBQ, or any outdoor gathering. It’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, so feel free to experiment and make it your own. Enjoy it all summer long!
