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Refreshing Summer Salad

A vibrant and satisfying summer salad featuring fresh ingredients that highlight the flavors of the season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup fresh corn, boiled or grilled and cut off the cob
  • 1 large avocado, sliced or diced
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Omit for a dairy-free version
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 juices limes Juice of 2 limes
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh herbs (like cilantro or basil)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the mixed greens thoroughly. Shake off any excess water and place them in a large bowl.
  2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and diced cucumbers to the bowl, followed by the corn and red onion. Toss gently to combine.
  3. Slice the avocado and add it on top, keeping it intact for presentation.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil. Drizzle over the salad, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Gently toss the salad again, ensuring that the dressing coats all the ingredients without mashing the avocado.
Serving
  1. Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and fresh herbs, then serve immediately.

Notes

For added protein, consider including grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas. Store leftover salad in the fridge for up to three days, keeping dressing separate to maintain freshness.