Spring Salad Recipe

About This Recipe

This spring salad is a delightful mix of textures and flavors, combining peppery arugula, creamy avocado, crunchy radishes, and hearty white beans. The addition of mini cucumbers and red onions gives it a crisp bite, while crumbled feta cheese adds a touch of tangy creaminess.

The dressing—a lemon basil vinaigrette—ties everything together with its bright flavor!

Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make this Spring Salad recipe. The full recipe and list of ingredients can be found at the bottom of the page.

For the salad:

• Arugula
• Avocado
• White beans
• Radishes
• Mini cucumbers
• Feta cheese
• Red onion
• Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

How to Make This Spring Salad

This Spring Salad recipe is incredibly simple to make. All you need to do is add the ingredients to a large bowl and toss them in the dressing.

Note: I find that the easiest way to slice the radishes, cucumbers, and red onions for this recipe is to use a mandolin. This isn't necessary, but I find that it saves time and gives a perfectly consistent, thin cut each time.

Ingredient Notes

Arugula: If you prefer a milder green, you can substitute with baby spinach or mixed greens.

White Beans: These add a hearty element and protein to the salad. There are several varieties which are very similar: white beans, great northern beans, and cannellini beans. You can also substitute with chickpeas for a different flavor profile.

Radishes: These provide a crunchy texture and a slightly spicy kick. If you aren't a fan of radishes, consider using thinly sliced bell peppers instead.

Mini Cucumbers: These add a refreshing crunch. English cucumbers or regular cucumbers will work just as well.

Feta Cheese: Goat cheese or blue cheese can be used as alternatives.

About The Dressing

The dressing for this salad is a Lemon Basil Vinaigrette. I used a store bought version of this dressing from Newman's Own, but you could also make a homemade version.

Dressing Options

Here are a few other dressing ideas that would be tasty either as homemade or store-bought alternatives:

• Balsamic Vinaigrette
• White Wine Vinaigrette
• Ranch Dressing
• Italian Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions

Top Tips

1. Dry the Arugula: Make sure your arugula is completely dry before assembling the salad to avoid excess moisture.
2. Toss Before Serving: Wait to toss your salad until just before serving to preserve the texture and avoid wilting.
3. Slice Your Vegetables with a Mandolin: If you have one, a mandolin is a quick and consistent way to slice your radishes, cucumbers, and red onion for this recipe. I use the thinnest or second thinnest setting.

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