Sunshine Salad

In a world where quick meals often take precedence over nutrition, the vibrant and refreshing allure of a salad can sometimes be overlooked. However, fresh salads are not only a delightful way to incorporate a variety of wholesome ingredients into your diet, but they also provide a plethora of health benefits. Salads, with their array of colors and textures, can invigorate your meal experience, making healthy eating an enjoyable affair. One salad that truly embodies this concept is the Sunshine Salad—a dish that bursts with freshness and flavor, making it a perfect choice for any occasion.

Looking for a fresh and vibrant salad to elevate your meals? Try the Sunshine Salad! Bursting with seasonal ingredients like baby spinach, arugula, carrots, yellow bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and refreshing orange segments, this salad is a healthy delight. It's packed with nutrients and can be customized to suit any taste. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a picnic, it’s a tonic for body and soul! #SunshineSalad #HealthyEating #FreshSalad #VibrantFlavors #Nutrition

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Ingredients

1 cup baby spinach leaves

1 cup arugula

1 medium carrot, peeled and grated

1 small yellow bell pepper, diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 ripe avocado, diced

1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds

1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup fresh orange segments

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh herbs (such as basil or cilantro) for garnish

Instructions

In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach and arugula as a fresh, vibrant base.

Add the grated carrot, diced yellow bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion to the bowl, mixing gently to combine.

Carefully fold in the diced avocado and orange segments, ensuring they remain intact.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to create a tangy dressing.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well-coated.

Sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds and crumbled feta cheese on top.

Garnish with fresh herbs for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of freshness!

Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 15 mins | Servings: 4