This is one of those summer recipes that you can whip up in under five minutes.
It’s an incredibly simple dish and I’ve been enjoying it (beyond words) over the past few weeks.
I just can’t help but share the love here, folks … I make easy vegetarian recipes every week- but this one’s a keeper!
Sheeehhhh- it’s been hot in Manhattan and all I want is salad. How’s the weather by you? I’ve been dodging the heat for the air-conditioned food stores here in NYC every day.
And after spending hours soaking up the cool air in Whole Foods Market last week, I landed upon their fabulous organic berries that looked so plump and perfect. Next thing I knew it was an hour later and I was at the register purchasing four pints of their pretty organic blueberries.
Ha. Time flies when you’re having fun.
Am I the only one that has fun in Whole Foods Market? I swear I could live there. I’d pull up a sleeping bag right between the avocados and the zucchini.
Not kidding.
Anyway, back to this healthy salad recipe … I’ve been craving this sweet salad every afternoon since I bought those berries.
All you need is some fresh lettuce (I love Earthbound Farms), organic blueberries, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, coconut flakes and fresh cilantro!
I know I’ve chatted with you before about my love affair with summer salads. Sweet, fresh, organic summer salads….Ahhhhhhh.
Aren’t they the best?
Grab a large bowl and a whisk away.
Fill up your bowl with these simple organic ingredients and you’re on your way to salad heaven.
That’s it.
Now, don’t forget your sunscreen!
Have a great week. I hope the sun is shining for all of you today. (I’m headed back to Whole Foods Market for more organic blueberries and air conditioning!)
And if you wanna get in on the Whole Foods Market goodness, head on over to my facebook page today for a $75 Gift Certificate Giveaway to any of their stores. You can leave a comment on this post to enter! I’ll be picking a winner tonight.
xo
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 pint fresh organic berries blueberries and/or strawberries
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 Tbsp. shredded coconut flakes toasted
- 1 Tbsp. pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 tsp. sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp. fresh lemon zest
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine salad greens and blueberries; set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, melted olive oil, sea salt, pepper, cilantro and coconut flakes; pour over salad greens. Add pumpkin and sesame seeds; toss to combine.
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Transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh lemon zest.
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Serve chilled.
I am so using the excuse of wanting to get out of the heat the next time I want to go to the grocery store 😉 I can’t get enough fruit this time of year. Luckily, it’s so good for you.
I agree Laura; the food stores are the coolest places to be in the heat!!
Those blueberries (and salad) are gorgeous!! Never thought up use coconut oil in a dressing! Love this!
Thanks Aggie; so great to hear from you! xoxo Hope you are having a fabulous week.
xox
Those blueberries look so vibrant and plump!
Never seen this awesome gadget before! Would love to add it to my gadget drawer!!!
Love trying new kitchen gadgets~ Thanks again Aime for another grand giveaway!
I would love to win, thanks for another great giveaway
Gadgets! I love them! These look fabulous.
I am definately a gadget person!
I do need those kitchen gadgets…anything that makes cooking healthy easier!
So.. I think this is the most recent post? Those gadgets seem so handy! Haha, I need creamier mashed potatoes 🙂 The little Vebo Steamer sounds handy too!
Wow that looks awesome! I wonder what coconut dressing would actually taste like?
I saw that amazing Smood and I would love to win it. Your recipes are simply amazing. I was introduced to your site by a friend of your Mother’s…small world! Keep the wonderful recipes coming 🙂
Saw this link on Facebook and decided to check it out! This salad looks amazing and would definitely be a great option for the huge container of blueberries currently sitting in my fridge that need to be used ASAP! Yum!
love the giveaway!
This looks amazing. I’ve never tossed blueberries into a salad before. I’ll have to definitely add this to my shopping list!
Like to try the kitchen items…I’m a real gadget fan!
What a beautiful, delicious looking salad! Can’t wait to try it!
I saw your giveaway for the Dreamfarm items on Facebook. I would love to win some of their contraptions!! Thanks for the opportunity. 🙂
wow this salad sounds yummy!! perfect for summertime
Sounds good! I’ve bookmarked it.