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Spring Garden Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: Fresh Delight!

A refreshing Spring Garden Salad with a zesty lemon vinaigrette, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups mixed salad greens such as arugula, spinach, and romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber sliced
  • 1 bell pepper any color, chopped
  • 1 cup radishes sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, radishes, red onion, avocado, and feta cheese.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. If using, sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top for added crunch.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
  • Substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese or omit it for a dairy-free version.

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