Farmer’s Market Salad
A colorful, seasonal salad brimming with fresh vegetables and juicy fruit, paired with a tangy, savory sun-dried tomato vinaigrette for a refreshing and nourishing meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw / Blended
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Salad:
2 heads romaine, chopped (or 5 oz. spinach or baby kale)
2 ears of corn, cut off the cob
1 small zucchini, cut into moon shapes
1–2 nectarines or peaches
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 avocado
Salt and pepper, to taste
Sun-dried tomato vinaigrette:
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil or water-soaked)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 clove garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a blender, combine water, olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine (or greens), corn, zucchini, nectarines or peaches, and bell pepper.
- Slice avocado just before serving and add to the salad.
- Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for protein.
Swap nectarines for strawberries, blueberries, or grapes.
Use grilled or roasted corn for smoky flavor.
Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for creaminess.
Toss in toasted nuts or seeds for crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://familydinnercooking.com/farmers-market-salad/
