Summer salads are the best and so versatile. We always have some type of lettuce in our fridge and depending on our mood we either have a meatless meal or add some protein to our salad.
The building of the salad is the fun part. I love this version especially when strawberries are in season. Toasted nuts add a nice crunch, avocados adds a smooth cooling affect and peppered chevre cheese is a great soft addition.
The dressing is the easiest part, olive oil and lemon juice is all that is needed.
Ingredients:
4 cups lettuce
1/2 cup sliced strawberries
1 avocado sliced or chopped
1/4 cup toasted pecans
1/4 cup peppered chevre cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice from 1/4 fresh lemon
Salt & pepper to taste
Whisk the lemon juice into the olive oil. Mixture will thicken slightly add salt and pepper to taste.
Toss lettuce with half the dressing until coated.
Add strawberries, toasted pecans, and avocados to the lettuce, mix in the rest of the dressing and garnish with the chevre cheese.
Tips
Serve with grilled aparagus or any other vegetables that are in season.
Add chicken, flank steak or seafood.
Candied nuts or dried cranberries adds some sweetness.
