Green Egg Salad

Dr. Seuss inspired? Nope! This egg salad gets its fresh, springy color from avocado. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish at dinner, this green egg salad is a delicious way to enjoy the taste of spring.

Ingredients

• 7 hard-boiled eggs, peeled

• 2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed

• 1 ½ cups chopped spinach

• 2 stalks celery, chopped (Optional)

• ½ cup plain yogurt

• 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

• garlic powder, or to taste

• ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Mash eggs and avocado together in a bowl.

2. Stir spinach, celery, and yogurt into the egg mixture; season with red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Black Bean and Corn Salad

This refreshing salad is a perfect combination of hearty black beans, sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, zesty green onions, and a flavorful blend of herbs and spices. This salad is ideal for those looking for a nutritious and satisfying option, as it is rich in fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. Enjoy this versatile salad as a side dish, a topping for tacos, or as a tasty and healthy snack.

Ingredients

• ½ cup olive oil

• ⅓ cup fresh lime juice

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1 ½ cups frozen corn kernels

• 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 2 tomatoes, chopped

• 6 green onions, thinly sliced

• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Place olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper in a small jar. Close the lid tightly and shake the jar until the dressing is well combined.

2. Combine in a salad bowl beans, corn, avocado, bell pepper, tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro.

3. Shake dressing again, pour over salad, and toss to coat.

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

With fresh tomatoes and basil in your garden now, this dish is the perfect summer treat.

Ingredients

• 3 large tomatoes, sliced

• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced

• ¼ cup olive oil

• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

• ¼ cup minced fresh basil

Directions

1. Gather all ingredients.

2. Place tomato slices, alternating with mozzarella slices, on a large serving platter.

3. Combine oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well.

4. Drizzle over tomatoes and mozzarella; sprinkle with basil.

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Combining these two classic spring crops is the perfect way to bring in some refreshing, uplifting flavors as bright as a sunny spring day.

Ingredients

Dressing:

• ½ cup white sugar

• ½ cup olive oil

• ¼ cup distilled white vinegar

• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

• 1 tablespoon minced onion

• ¼ teaspoon paprika

• ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Salad:

• 1 quart strawberries - cleaned, hulled and sliced

• 10 ounces fresh spinach - rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces

• ¼ cup almonds, blanched and slivered

Directions

1. Make dressing: Whisk together sugar, oil, vinegar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, onion, paprika, and Worcestershire in a medium bowl. Cover and chill for 1 hour.

2. Make salad: Combine strawberries, spinach, and almonds in a large bowl.

3. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Watermelon Feta Salad

On a hot summer day, there’s nothing like a cold watermelon from Bob’s. Give this salad a try at your next cookout for a refreshing take on this summer treat.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar

• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

• 8 ounces grape tomatoes, halved

• 3 cups arugula

• 1 cup sliced red onion

• 2 pounds watermelon, cubed

• 4 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

Directions

1. Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

2. Add the tomatoes, arugula, and onions; toss to coat.

3. Gently stir in the watermelon and feta cheese to serve.

Tomato Cucumber Kachumbar

Kachumbar is an Indian-style salad that is served on top of curry. Fresh herbs and lemon add a refreshing, tangy crunch.

Ingredients

• 1 cup halved grape tomatoes

• 1 cup diced cucumber

• ½ cup chopped green onions

• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

• salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Mix grape tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, cilantro, lemon juice, mint, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.