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    Home » 30 Min. or Less

    Summer Salad Squares

    Last Updated February 27, 2021. Originally Published May 24, 2014 By Susan 4 Comments

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    Sometimes it's good the shake things up, and think outside the box. Or, in this case...in the shape of a box. Here's a unique twist to your summer salad options.

    I eat A LOT of salads..like at least one a day (usually).  So ,that's 365 + salads I'm either making or buying a year. It can get tough to keep things interesting. Luckily, seasonally fresh fruit and vegetables help to dictate what yummies will be in my salads based on the time of year.

    Right now as we are headed into summer, it's time to highlight Watermelon, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, and Avocado. Throw in some feta cheese and fresh herbs and we are in business. Slice them all the same size squares and arrange in rows, and you have fresh new way to serve your summer salads.

    Oh look! A big heart! As I was preparing the watermelon to cut into squares I saw this big heart, right in the middle of the melon. What a cool surprise...feeling the watermelon love!
    watermelon heart

    Which reminds me of another "heart" surprise.  I was driving to a meeting in Seattle one afternoon. The sky was an incredible orange with a big white streak. The sun was uber bright and right behind the Space Needle. It was gorgeous! I whipped out my cell phone and snapped madly as I sat in stand still traffic on the freeway. It wasn't until I got to my destination that I was able to see what I had captured. Check it out..a little Seattle "love".
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    There are lot's of variations to this salad. Include anything you can cut into a square. Try subbing cheddar cheese cubes for the feta, and watch your kiddos "love" their fruits and veggies squares.

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    Summer Salad Squares

    Prep Time20 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Servings: 4 -6
    Author: Susan | SimpleHealthyKitchen.com

    Ingredients

    For the salad squares

    • 1 mini seedless watermelon
    • 1 cucumber
    • 1 to mato
    • 1 avocado
    • 2 oz. block feta cheese
    • fresh herbs for garnish i used basil and chives

    For the dressing

    • 3 tbsp olive oil
    • 3 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
    • ¼ coriander seeds
    • 1 tsp fresh snipped herbs i used a combo of basil and chives
    • salt and cracked pepper to taste

    Instructions

    For the dressing

    • Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, coriander seeds , and snipped herbs, until thoroughly mixed.

    For the salad squares

    • Cut salad ingredients in equal size square pieces. Arrange in 4 x 3 rows on individual serving plates. Garnish with snipped herbs. Drizzle with dressing.

    This is best prepared right before serving, but if you need to prepare ahead I would suggest squeezing some lemon on the avocado so it stays nice and green. I used basil and chives for the fresh herbs, but it would also be delicious with fresh mint or even fresh tarragon.

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      1. Nandrew

        June 15, 2014 at 8:11 pm

        Awesome me and grandma are gonna make this can't wait to see you I June

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        • Susan

          June 15, 2014 at 8:57 pm

          cool! hope you like it...it's like "mindcraft" with food 🙂

          Reply
      2. Rochelle @ Oh So Sweet Baker

        May 28, 2014 at 3:32 pm

        Mmmm... this looks delicious and super fresh. Perfect for summer!

        Reply
      3. Lisa

        May 26, 2014 at 5:38 pm

        What a cool idea! Definitely will try. Love your site

        Reply

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