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Spring Mix Salad: Fresh and Easy Healthy Salad Recipe

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Spring Mix Salad is a fresh and colorful salad made with tender baby greens, crisp vegetables, nuts, and a light lemon olive oil dressing. It is a healthy and refreshing dish perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or a vibrant side salad.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 5 cups spring mix greens (baby spinach, arugula, baby romaine, and red leaf lettuce)
  • 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds or walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse the spring mix greens under cold water if needed and dry them using a salad spinner or clean towel.
  2. Slice the cucumber and radishes thinly and shred the carrots.
  3. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
  4. Place the spring mix greens in a large salad bowl.
  5. Add cucumber, radishes, carrots, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl.
  6. Sprinkle sliced almonds and sunflower seeds over the salad.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to prepare the dressing.
  8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
  9. Toss gently until all ingredients are lightly coated.
  10. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh spring mix greens for the best flavor and texture.
  • Add dressing just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting.
  • You can add sliced avocado or fresh fruit such as strawberries or apples.
  • For a more filling salad, add grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa.
  • Store leftover undressed salad in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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