Farmer's Market Lemon Salad (Printer-Friendly)

Fresh greens, fruits, and seeds tossed with a tangy lemon poppy seed dressing—ideal for a light, vibrant meal.

# What You’ll Need to Cook:

→ Salad

01 - 200 g lettuce, chopped
02 - 200 g baby spinach, arugula, or mixed greens
03 - 1 peach, sliced
04 - 5 cherries, pitted and halved
05 - 1 avocado, sliced
06 - 20 g mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, flax)
07 - 150 g heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 40 g croutons

→ Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing

09 - 60 ml olive oil
10 - 30 ml fresh lemon juice
11 - 15 g honey
12 - 5 g Dijon mustard
13 - 5 g poppy seeds
14 - Salt, to taste
15 - Black pepper, to taste

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - Combine chopped lettuce and mixed baby greens in a large bowl.
02 - Add sliced peach, halved cherries, and sliced avocado to the greens.
03 - Incorporate mixed seeds, halved heirloom cherry tomatoes, and croutons into the bowl.
04 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard until emulsified.
05 - Add poppy seeds, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and whisk again until blended.
06 - Drizzle the lemon poppy seed dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

# Extra Cooking Tips:

01 - For added texture and nutrition, substitute or include vegetables such as radishes, cucumbers, or berries as desired.
02 - To preserve crispness, store the dressing separately if preparing in advance and combine prior to serving.
03 - Pair with grilled chicken or fish to enhance meal satiety and protein content.
04 - For extra protein, top with feta cheese or a boiled egg.

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