Description
Brighten your day with this vibrant Sunshine Salad, a delightful mix of fresh vegetables and juicy fruits that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This colorful dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a perfect choice for any meal or gathering. Easy to prepare, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, kale)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup fresh fruit (oranges or strawberries), chopped
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds (toasted)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all produce under cool running water.
- Chop the mixed greens finely and slice the cucumbers into half-moons.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped greens, cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and fresh fruit.
- Carefully slice the avocado and fold it gently into the salad mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately in a large bowl or individual plates for an eye-catching presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg