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Easy Lunch Summer Salad Recipe

Easy Lunch Summer Salad Recipe

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A crisp, no-cook salad combining romaine lettuce, sweet mango, tangy lime, and crushed peanuts for a refreshing summer dish. Assembled in minutes, it pairs vibrant fruits with savory elements perfectly balanced for a light yet satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 10
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Romaine Lettuce, 4 cups
Cherry Tomatoes, 1 pint
Mango, 1 large (unpeeled and diced)
Red Onion, 1/4 (delicately sliced)
Roasted Peanuts, 1/2 cup (crushed)
Lime, 2 (for juice and zest)

Instructions

Wash romaine lettuce and pat dry with a soft towel or salad spinner
Halve cherry tomatoes using paperclips to hold open quarters
Cut around mango’s flat pit and remove flesh
Layer romaine in a large bowl, place tomatoes last
Sprinkle crushed peanuts and finish with lime zest and juice before serving

Notes

Zest lima before juicing for maximum flavor intensity
Whisk dressing components separately until just before serving to maintain crispness
Add avocado 2-3 minutes before serving for optimal texture
Portion greens first to retain structural integrity during assembly
Use parchment paper to dry ingredients thoroughly before mixing

  • Author: Karim
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Category: Summer Desserts
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Modern American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4 cups total divided into 4)
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg