Description
Sunshine Salad blends crisp greens, sweet citrus, juicy berries, and a light honey-lemon vinaigrette. This vibrant salad bursts with color and flavor—perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
1 orange, peeled and segmented
1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup blueberries
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted)
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)
For the vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
2. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, orange segments, strawberries, blueberries, feta, and nuts.
3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad.
4. Toss gently to coat.
5. Garnish with fresh mint if using.
6. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
Add grilled chicken for a heartier version.
Use goat cheese instead of feta if preferred.
Double the vinaigrette for meal prep or extra drizzle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 generous bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: sunshine salad, citrus berry salad, fresh summer salad, bright salad recipe