Description
This refreshing Summer Salad recipe is loaded with seasonal vegetables, herbs, and a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or light lunches, this healthy summer salad is quick to prepare, flavorful, and ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a nutritious meal. With ingredients like juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, and leafy greens, this dish is a staple for sunny days.
Ingredients
2 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, sliced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sweet corn (fresh or canned)
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: fresh basil or mint leaves
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and sweet corn.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Top with crumbled feta cheese and fresh herbs if using.
Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving
Notes
For added protein, top with grilled chicken or chickpeas.
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Customize with your favorite summer vegetables or fruits like avocado or strawberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280 mg