Summer Sunshine on a Salad Plate
Elevate your summer dining experience with "Summer Sunshine on a Salad Plate," a vibrant and refreshing mix of fresh produce and zesty flavors. This healthy and easy-to-make summer salad combines tender mixed greens, juicy strawberries, sweet mandarin oranges, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumbers for a delightful medley of textures. Topped with crumbled goat cheese, toasted sliced almonds, and a sprinkle of fresh mint, the salad is brought to life with a tangy-sweet honey-lime dressing that’s whisked together in minutes. Perfect for brunch, a light lunch, or a sunny picnic, this colorful dish celebrates the best flavors of summer in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with nutrients, it’s a wholesome option that’s as beautiful on the plate as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1 cup Strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup Mandarin oranges (canned or fresh segments)
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 1 ounce Goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Sliced almonds, toasted
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1.5 teaspoons Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, mandarin oranges, thinly sliced cucumber, and diced avocado.
2. Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese, toasted sliced almonds, and chopped fresh mint evenly over the salad mix.
3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, summery salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 226 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2059 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
