Sunset Salad

Bring the vibrant hues of a summer evening to your plate with this refreshing Sunset Salad! Bursting with crisp spring greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet mandarin orange segments, and succulent strawberries, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and toasted slivered almonds add layers of texture and flavor, while a zesty homemade dressing made with fresh orange juice, honey, and Dijon mustard ties everything together beautifully. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or colorful centerpiece for your next gathering, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and is as healthy as it is delicious. Treat yourself to a taste of sunshine in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed spring greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Mandarin orange segments
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 cup Strawberries
• 1 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
• 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed spring greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Add them to the greens.

Step 3

Drain the mandarin orange segments if they come canned, and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Deseed and thinly slice the red bell pepper. Add the slices to the salad mix.

Step 5

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out. Slice it into thin pieces and gently add to the bowl.

Step 6

Wash and slice the strawberries, removing the tops. Add to the salad for a pop of sweetness.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad, ensuring even distribution.

Step 8

Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Let cool slightly before adding to the salad.

Step 9

Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad for added fragrance and flavor.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing has emulsified.

Step 11

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and colorful Sunset Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(622.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1360.0

Total Fat 121.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 133.5mg	0%
Sodium 3029.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 34.1g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 859.0mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1732.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.6%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 12.7%