Vibrant Summer Salad

Recipe by: Sarah Butler

When time is short and appetites are big, a summer salad is a lifesaver for busy families. Ready in just 10 minutes, this colourful, fuss-free version is packed with fresh vegetables, bold flavours, and a satisfying crunch from golden homemade croutons.

Vibrant Summer Salad

SERVES

4

PEOPLE

PREP TIME

10

MINUTES

Ingredients

  • 1 head of lettuce or bags of mixed leaves

  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced

  • 2 mixed peppers, cut into thin strips

  • 150g Piccolo tomatoes, halved

  • ½ cucumber, sliced

  • Handful of fresh basil leaves

  • For the croutons:

  • 2 slices white bread, cut into small cubes

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • For the dressing:

  • 100ml extra virgin olive oil

  • 25ml balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tsp mustard

  • 1 tsp honey

  • Pinch chilli flakes

Method

  1. To make the croutons, toss the bread cubes in olive oil and bake at 200°C (180°C fan), Gas Mark 5 for 10 minutes or until golden and crisp.

  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, honey, and chilli flakes until well combined.

  3. Arrange the lettuce leaves as a base on a large serving dish. Layer on the red onion, red pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, and basil.

  4. Drizzle over the dressing and sprinkle with homemade croutons. Serve immediately.

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