Summer Salad Sensations

A crisp, fresh salad is my absolute favorite thing to eat during the summertime. Here are a few of my favorites:

The C'ville Market has the best price on local lettuce and vegetables on the week days.

If your looking for a fun, outdoor market experience, visit the City Market on the Downtown Mall every Saturday (April - December) from 7am -noon.

1. Fresh Favorite

• Leafy Green Lettuce
• Cucumbers thinly slices
• Roma Tomatos sliced
• 1/4 Avocado sliced
• Goat Cheese crumbles - +Trader Joe's has a great price and taste!
• Balsamic Dressing
• Cracked pepper and dash of Cayenne pepper

 

2. Watermelon Salad  - Zocalo inspired

Combine below (or use your own vinaigrette dressing)
• 1 Lime, zested and juiced
• 1/2 cup EVOO
• White Wine vinaigrette

 Add

• Watermelon in 1/4 cubes

½ Red onion, sliced super thin

• 1/2 Red Onion - thinly sliced

½ Red onion, sliced super thin

½ Red onion, sliced super thin

• Mint
• Feta Cheese crumbles
• Salt and Pepper
• Serve over or toss with baby Arugula

 

3. Caprese Pops

• Small Cherry Tomatoes 
• Fresh Mozzarella balls
• Fresh Basil leaves
• Balsamic Vinegar, EVOO, Sea Salt & Pepper