Fresh Summer Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup arugula
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 large cucumber, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grilled chicken breast, sliced (optional)
• Avocado, sliced (optional)
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Instructions

1. Rinse the spinach and arugula under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel. Place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion to the bowl with the greens. Toss gently to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until well combined.
4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently to ensure all the vegetables are coated with the dressing.
5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and toasted pine nuts over the salad. If desired, add slices of grilled chicken, avocado, and fresh basil.
6. Divide the salad into individual serving plates or bowls.