Summer Rainbow Salad

This Summer Rainbow Salad is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Packed with fresh and colorful vegetables, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish. The combination of crunchy lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy bell peppers, and creamy avocado creates a harmony of flavors that will leave you satisfied and energized. Topped with a zesty lemon dressing, this salad is a true celebration of summer.

Ingredients

• 3 cups mixed lettuce greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, avocado, red onion, feta cheese, sliced almonds, and torn basil leaves.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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