Brighten up your mealtime with our refreshing and vibrant Summer Salad recipe, a delightful mix of seasonal produce and bold flavors that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. It’s a great choice for a light lunch, a side dish at your next barbecue, or a refreshing addition to any meal.
Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and hydration, it’s a great way to enjoy a healthy and energizing meal that supports your overall well-being and keeps you feeling refreshed and satisfied.
Feel free to customize your summer salad with additional toppings like other fruit, nuts, or a sprinkle of balsamic glaze for added flavor and nutrition.
It’s a tasty dish that will brighten your day and keep you cool all season long!
Summer Salad
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Dry Quinoa (cook according to package directions)
- ½ cup Frozen Edamame (cook according to package directions)
- ½ bunch Curly Kale (about 5 cups, ribs removed and chopped)
- ½ cup Fresh Blueberries
- ½ cup Red Grapes (halved)
- ½ cup Dried Cherries or Cranberries
- ⅓ cup Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup Sunflower Seeds (unsalted)
- ¼ cup Walnuts (chopped)
- ¼ cup Orange Juice
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
- 1 heaping tbsp Greek Yogurt or Fat-Free Sour Cream
Instructions
- Add cooked quinoa and edamame to a large bowl.
- Add kale, blueberries, grapes, dried cherries, cheese, sunflower seeds, and walnuts. Stir to combine and set aside.
- In a mason jar with a lid add orange juice, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Seal the lid tightly and shake to combine.
- Add Greek yogurt to jar, close lid, and shake vigorously until creamy and well incorporated. Taste and add salt and/or pepper to taste.
- Add desired amount of dressing to salad, toss well to combine.
- Serve immediately and add dressing as needed.
