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Farmer’s Market Salad

Filed Under: no cook, recipe, salads and bowls, vegetarian entrees Written By Leanne June 3, 2022

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This bright and crunchy seasonal green salad features all of the best farmer’s market finds like fresh corn, blueberries, radishes and cucumbers. Serve it as-is for a light lunch or top it with your favorite grilled protein for a beautiful summer dinner.

farmer's market salad with berries cucumbers avocado corn radish

Oh, farmer’s market season… I just love you so much. The best time of the year! It’s always so inspiring to see what looks good at the market and base your dinner menu around whatever you pick up.

And although it varies from month-to-month I tend to grab radishes, corn, greens and herbs all summer long. You just can’t beat the quality.

Salad night is always a favorite meal in our house because no cooking required. And if I can get to some chopping earlier in the day, dinner is basically done, dishes are minimal, and everyone can build their own. Win!

Here’s what you need to recreate this favorite combination of mine:

Farmer’s Market Salad Ingredients

  • mixed greens of choice (I like to use a mix of butter and leaf lettuce)
  • tender herbs like basil, dill and/or mint – such a good add!
  • blueberries & strawberries
  • radish, sliced thin or julienned
  • cucumber
  • avocado
  • fresh raw corn, cut right off the cob
  • bleu cheese crumbles or another crumbly cheese
ingredients for a summer salad

I finish this salad with a creamy balsamic vinaigrette dressing (recipe below). It’s on the lighter side, but still super satisfying and the flavors pair just right with the other ingredients. The creaminess actually comes from a touch of dijon mustard that really helps create a thick, pourable dressing. Plus it gives a little extra tang.

pouring dressing on a bowl of salad with blueberries in the background

The Keys to Making a Better Salad

In my opinion there are three keys to a great salad:

  1. variety (in both color/texture)
  2. the technique you use to chop your vegetables
  3. a great homemade dressing

I hate biting into large chunks of vegetables on a salad, especially if it’s something pungent like onion or radish. Make it more enjoyable by slicing raw vegetables thin. I like to use a mandoline (affiliate link) to prep the radishes, cucumbers and even take the corn off the cob. It is such a fabulous kitchen tool, especially if you’re “still learning” to like to vegetables.

Homemade Dressing Tips

Making a homemade salad dressing is so much easier than you think, and I bet you have all the ingredients on hand already to make a great one. Use jars to shake them up, or if it’s a creamier dressing use an immersion blender to get it perfectly smooth. I promise it’s worth the effort!

My other advice: make one that you really love and use it all week long. Some of my favorites are maple mustard, green tahini, and this insanely good creamy apple cider vinaigrette.

farmer's market salad in a shallow bowl with fork

Farmer’s Market Salad FAQs

Can I meal prep this salad?

Yes! I would personally be thrilled to have this prepped and ready to go for lunch. Just don’t add the dressing until just before serving, since it can quickly get soggy as it sits.

What if I don’t like bleu cheese?

Sub any of your favorite cheeses here. Feta or goat would also work great!

What else should I serve with this salad?

My favorite way is with leftover grilled chicken or some chickpeas on top. You can also serve as a side salad with pizza or burgers for a great summer meal.

You might also like:

  • The Best Radish Salad
  • Kale Crunch Salad
  • Vegetarian Strawberry Cobb Salad
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This bright and crunchy seasonal green salad features all of the best farmer’s market finds like fresh corn, blueberries, radishes and cucumbers. Serve it as-is for a light lunch or top it with your favorite grilled protein for a beautiful summer dinner. 

  • Author: Leanne Ray, MS, RDN
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 salad 1x
  • Category: Mains, Entreés
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 cups mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup fresh tender herbs, torn (like mint, dill and/or basil)
  • 1/4 cup blueberries
  • 1/4 cup thin-sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup corn
  • 1/4 cup julienned radish
  • 2 tablespoons bleu cheese
  • 1 tablespoon hemp hearts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or hot honey if you have it for extra heat!)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Layer all of the salad ingredients on a large plate or bowl (greens through hemp hearts).
  2. Blend olive oil through sesame oil until smooth and creamy (I use a stick blender and large wide-mouth mason jar). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle dressing over the salad per your personal preference. 

Equipment

mandoline

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chef’s knife

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immersion blender

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Notes

  • The equipment section above provides affiliate links to things I use often in my kitchen and love.
  • Like most salads, the ingredient amounts can easily be customized based on preference.
  • Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. 

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad + 2 tbsp dressing
  • Calories: 300 calories
  • Fat: 20 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 23 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 10 grams

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