Description
Fresh Light Spring Salads : 10 zesty, fast recipes. Discover bright & light salad dishes perfect for the season. Quick, easy, and delicious meal ideas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 oz mixed spring greens, arugula, or butter lettuce (about 5–6 cups)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or a mason jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Shake or whisk until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the spring greens, sliced strawberries, and cooled toasted almonds.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
A guide to creating fresh and vibrant light spring salads. This recipe features a base of mixed greens, strawberries, toasted almonds, and a simple lemon vinaigrette, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 servings
- Calories: 220 calories
- Sugar: 8 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g