The Perfect Summer Salad

If you’re one to believe that salad can only be tasteful depending on the dressing, this one will change your mind. This isn’t just the richest and most luscious salad you’ll come across; it’ll feed your body with good nutrients, leave your taste buds satisfied, and will give you the perfect fresh feeling you crave for on a hot day. A combination of fresh fruits, roots and raw vegetables, for a fruity and exotic salad that screams Summer. To munch with your loved ones around the pool or to pack for a picnic at the beach.

The Plant Kitchen by Joanna Colomas
 
The Plant Kitchen by Joanna Colomas
 

4 servings

Prep. 15 min - Chill. 30 min | Total. 45 min


INGREDIENTS

Spices, Herbs and Nuts
1 Chunk Of Ginger, grounded
2 tbsp Olive Oil
½ tsp Chili Powder
½ tsp Salt
¼ tsp White Pepper
½ cup Fresh Mint Leaves
½ cup Basil Leaves
⅓ cup Coriander
⅓ cup Dill
1/3 cup Pine Nuts
1/3 cup Walnuts

Fruits
1 Nectarine
½ Water Melon
1 Big Gold Heirloom Tomato
1 Amana Orange Tomato
1 Avocado
1 Lime, juiced

Vegetables
1 Cucumber
½ Green Bell Pepper
1 Green Onion


INSTRUCTIONS

FOR THE DRESSING
Juice the lime and pour it into a small bowl.
Add the olive oil, chili powder, salt, white pepper, and grounded ginger.
Wash the basil and mint leaves, coriander and dill, chop them thinly and add them into the mixture.
Cover, and set aside for later use.

FOR THE SALAD
Wash the vegetables and fruits.
Dice and/or slice all the fruits and vegetables and put everything into a salad bowl.
Combine gently, and add the pine nuts and the walnuts, and mix again.
Add the dressing into the salad, cover, and place in the fridge for 30-45 minutes.
Bon appétit!