Description
Spring Mix Salad is the perfect dish to welcome the vibrant flavors of spring. This refreshing salad features a delightful combination of crisp greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light side dish for any meal. Customize it with your favorite seasonal ingredients for an extra burst of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Spring Mix Greens
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Carrots, shredded
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables under cool running water and pat dry.
- Chop cucumber into bite-sized pieces, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, shred or slice carrots, and dice avocado.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spring mix greens with all chopped veggies.
- In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Customize your salad by adding seasonal ingredients like bell peppers or nuts for added crunch. - To keep leftovers fresh, store the salad and dressing separately in airtight containers for up to two days.