Fresh Summer Veggie Salad with Lemon Vinagrette
A fresh veggie summer salad with a lemon vinaigrette is ready and on the table in 15 minutes! No cooking required, simply chop and blend dressing!
Ingredients
Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 large basil leaves
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 2 cucumbers, peeled and sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red pepper diced
- 1 yellow pepper diced
- 1 can of corn, drained and rinsed
- 12 ounces deli turkey, thickly sliced and cubed*
- 3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
Instructions
- Add all vinaigrette ingredients to a blender and pulse to combine.
- Chop all vegetables, turkey and cheese and add to a large bowl with drained corn.
- Drizzle desired amount of dressing to salad.
Notes
*I ask the deli clerk at my local grocery store to slice a ½ inch thick slice of my favorite turkey. The weight will vary depending on the slice so you may need to get a couple slices.