Southwestern Sunflower Crunch Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad originating from the American Southwest, combining crispy sunflower seeds with seasonal greens, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty citrus dressing for a delightful twist on the traditional.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed Greens
• 1 cup Sunflower Seeds
• 2 cups Diced Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 cup Fresh Corn Kernels
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Avocado
• 1 small Red Onion
• 2 tbsp Lime Juice
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sunflower seeds, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, cucumber, avocado, and red onion.

2. 2

   Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

3. 3

   Step 3: Pour the citrus dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

4. 4

   Step 4: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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   Step 5: Just before serving, give the salad a good toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.

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   Step 6: Serve immediately and enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

To make the salad more substantial, add some cooked chicken or tofu. To prevent the avocado from browning, sprinkle it with lemon juice and let it sit for a few minutes before adding it to the salad.

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