Summer has officially arrived. As the temperatures increase, the sun shines more and happiness surrounds us. When my environment shifts more in this direction, nothing seems more fitting than a nice summer salad. Nothing compares to a healthy and refreshing salad on a hot summer day. Here are some of my favorite go-to, simple summer salads.
Summer Salad Basics:
-fresh organic spinach or kale
-organic berries
-feta, goat or blue cheese
-light dressing
-slivered nuts
-tropical fruit
My number one rule is to create a rainbow in my bowl. After all, who doesn’t enjoy looking at a rainbow?
Below is a list of ingredients to throw in a bowl. Since everyone eats different amounts of food, feel free to make the portion you prefer.
Keep It Simple Salad
-baby spinach
-strawberries
-feta
-light raspberry vinaigrette sprayed on not poured (helps with portion control)
Triple Berry Salad
-blueberries
-blackberries
-strawberries
-kale massaged in avocado oil or any other oil on hand (softens up the kale)
-slivered or shaved almonds
-goat cheese
-no dressing needed with the massaged kale
More Satisfying Tropical Salad
-cooked red quinoa (remember to create color)
-lime juice
-honey
-mint
-mango
-kiwi
-pineapple
Cherry Pie Salad
-dried no sugar added cherries
-walnuts
-honey
-chicken breast
-feta cheese
For more great recipes, check out 101 Simple Salads for the Season by Mark Bittman
