The Sunshine Salad is a standout when it comes to appreciating the goodness of nature in a single bowl since it is so flavorful and fresh. This salad is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes because to its abundance of brilliant colors and healthy ingredients. In this post, we’ll show you how to make your own Sunshine Salad and make sure it steals the show at the dinner table.
INGREDIENTS
For the Salad:
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, orange), thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (cooked and cooled)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Preparation:
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Cleaning and drying all the vegetables completely is the first step in preparation. If using fresh corn, cook the kernels and let them cool.
Assembling the Salad:
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Arrange baby spinach leaves in a bed in a large salad dish. This serves as the salad’s luscious base.
Colorful Medley:
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Layer the brilliant bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and crisp corn kernels on top of the spinach to begin creating a colorful medley.
Onion Finesse:
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Red onions that have been thinly sliced add a hint of sharpness. Before adding the slices, you can soak the slices in cold water for about 10 minutes if you want a softer onion flavor.
Cucumber Crisp:
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Add sliced cucumber for a crisp, reviving addition that will balance the tastes.
Cheesy Indulgence:
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Dot the salad with an even layer of crumbled feta cheese. The tanginess of the feta provides a delectable counterpoint to the other components’ sweetness.
Sunflower Delight:
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Sprinkle sunflower seeds on your salad. These introduce a fun texture in addition to providing a delightful nuttiness.
Dressing Elegance:
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Combine the olive oil, honey, orange juice, and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the dressing, adjusting the amount to suit your taste.
Finishing Touch:
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Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the Sunshine Salad as a finishing touch. The salad’s colorful components will complement the dressing’s zesty flavors.
Enjoy the Sunshine:
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Gently toss the salad so that the dressing coats each bite. Enjoy this Sunshine Salad’s explosion of hues, flavors, and textures by serving it right away.
Sunshine Salad
Use our recipe for Sunshine Salad to dress up your plate. a vibrant combination of feta cheese, fresh vegetables, and tangy dressing. A blast of tastes that's as lovely as a sunny day!
Equipment
- Large salad bowl
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Small bowl for dressing mixing
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, orange), thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (cooked and cooled)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation:
- Cleaning and drying all the vegetables completely is the first step in preparation. If using fresh corn, cook the kernels and let them cool.
Assembling the Salad:
- Arrange baby spinach leaves in a bed in a large salad dish. This serves as the salad's luscious base.
Colorful Medley:
- Layer the brilliant bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and crisp corn kernels on top of the spinach to begin creating a colorful medley.
Onion Finesse:
- Red onions that have been thinly sliced add a hint of sharpness. Before adding the slices, you can soak the slices in cold water for about 10 minutes if you want a softer onion flavor.
Cucumber Crisp:
- Add sliced cucumber for a crisp, reviving addition that will balance the tastes.
Cheesy Indulgence:
- Dot the salad with an even layer of crumbled feta cheese. The tanginess of the feta provides a delectable counterpoint to the other components' sweetness.
Sunflower Delight:
- Sprinkle sunflower seeds on your salad. These introduce a fun texture in addition to providing a delightful nuttiness.
Dressing Elegance:
- Combine the olive oil, honey, orange juice, and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the dressing, adjusting the amount to suit your taste.
Finishing Touch:
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the Sunshine Salad as a finishing touch. The salad's colorful components will complement the dressing's zesty flavors.
Enjoy the Sunshine:
- Gently toss the salad so that the dressing coats each bite. Enjoy this Sunshine Salad's explosion of hues, flavors, and textures by serving it right away.
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Nutrition Fact –
Nutrition per Serving:
- Calories: 180 – 220 kcal
- Protein: 5 – 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 – 25 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3 – 5 g
- Sugars: 8 – 12 g
- Fat: 10 – 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 – 4 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 6 – 8 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 – 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 – 20 mg
- Sodium: 250 – 350 mg
- Vitamin A: 1500 – 2500 IU (30% – 50% DV)
- Vitamin C: 50 – 70 mg (60% – 90% DV)
- Calcium: 100 – 150 mg (10% – 15% DV)
- Iron: 2 – 3 mg (10% – 15% DV)
