Description
Experience the vibrant essence of spring with this delightful salad featuring crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy avocado. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, this refreshing dish is perfect for picnics, light dinners, or as a colorful centerpiece at any gathering. Packed with nutrients and flavor, each bite transports you to a sunny meadow. Enjoy this easy-to-make salad that showcases the best seasonal produce!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber (8 oz), diced
- 1 red bell pepper (6 oz), sliced
- 1 avocado (7 oz), cubed
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
- Chop cherry tomatoes in half; dice cucumber; slice red bell pepper.
- Cut avocado in half, remove pit, scoop out flesh, and cube.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens and chopped veggies. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg