As we are in the throes of Summer and the heat (and humidity!) is atrocious in Virginia it’s the perfect time to enjoy something cool and refreshing for dinner.

I’ve made this salad for years and it’s fun because you can add your favorite seasonal fruits and veggies – so you can really make it as your own – however you like it!

The homemade honey-vinaigrette dressing is the perfect topping for this bowl of deliciousness!

Delicious Summer Salad

Ingredients for the Salad

2 cups of green leaf lettuce

2 cups of fresh spinach

1 cup of cherry tomatoes

1 cup of strawberries (quartered)

1 seedless cucumber, chopped

1 cup of mandarin oranges

1 cup of blueberries

1 cup matchstick carrots

1 1/2 chopped pecans

1 cup of crumbled Feta Cheese

Ingredients for the Honey-Vinaigrette Dressing

1/2 cup Canola Oil

1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons of honey

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large bowl, add the green leaf lettuce and spinach

Add the fruit and veggies

Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped pecans

Mix and toss really well.

Directions for Honey-Vinaigrette

Add all ingredients to a small bowl and mix well. Put into an airtight jar with a lid and shake. Pour over each bowl of salad.

Store any leftover Honey-Vinaigrette in the refrigerator for a few days (if there is any left!)

I served the salad with cold rotisserie chicken. It made for a delicious dinner 😋