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Vibrant bowl of fresh summer salad with colorful vegetables and herbs.

Fresh Summer Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad combining mixed greens, crunchy vegetables, and creamy avocado, drizzled in a lemon dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups Mixed greens Variety of greens such as romaine, spinach, and arugula.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved for better mixing.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced; can also be diced if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Thinly sliced for a milder flavor.
  • 1 medium Avocado Diced; use ripe for creaminess.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for brightness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked is preferred.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
  2. Dice the avocado and add it to the bowl.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.

Notes

To keep the salad fresh, store the dressing separately until ready to serve. Lasts in the refrigerator for about 1-2 days.
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