Sunset Salad
Bring the vibrant hues of a summer evening to your plate with this refreshing Sunset Salad! Bursting with crisp spring greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet mandarin orange segments, and succulent strawberries, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and toasted slivered almonds add layers of texture and flavor, while a zesty homemade dressing made with fresh orange juice, honey, and Dijon mustard ties everything together beautifully. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or colorful centerpiece for your next gathering, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and is as healthy as it is delicious. Treat yourself to a taste of sunshine in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed spring greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Mandarin orange segments
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 1 cup Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed spring greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Add them to the greens.
Drain the mandarin orange segments if they come canned, and add them to the bowl.
Deseed and thinly slice the red bell pepper. Add the slices to the salad mix.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out. Slice it into thin pieces and gently add to the bowl.
Wash and slice the strawberries, removing the tops. Add to the salad for a pop of sweetness.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad, ensuring even distribution.
Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Let cool slightly before adding to the salad.
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad for added fragrance and flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing has emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and colorful Sunset Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.8 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 3029 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 859 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1732 mg | 37% | |
*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.
