As you stroll the produce section of your local grocery store or farmers market, you have probably noticed the rainbow of colors that are coming to life.  The warmer temps have brought a new selection of veggies and have me craving for the cool crispness, which only comes with the simplicity of a great spring salad.

These are great recipes to calm that craving and help you get a fresh start to your next bbq or family dinner.

My Favorite:

Strawberry Spinach Salad w/ Sweet Vinaigrette Dressing

• 1 bag baby spinach
• 1-2 C. strawberries,  quartered
• 1/2 C. feta cheese crumbles

1. Toss all ingredients together
2. Optional: mandarin oranges, blueberries, craisins, or sliced almonds

Sweet Vinaigrette Dressing

• 3/4c. Vegetable oil
• 4 Tbs. Sugar
• 6 Tbs. Cider Vinegar

1. Place all dressing ingredients in an air tight container, and shake vigourously.
2. Pour over salad and toss together

The Classics: Simply Great Recipes that will have everyone smiling.

Cucumber Salad

Light Veggie Pasta Salad

The Intriguing: Looking for a twist on an old favorite? Try one of these!

Corn, Tomato, Avocado Salad

Lemon Oil Tomato Salad

Beef it up: Don’t be fooled, Salads aren’t just to dress up a main dish. These salads will definitely take center stage at your next spring fling.

The Everything Steak & Veggie Salad

Pancetta & White Bean Salad with rosemary-garlic vinegarette

Is your mouth watering yet?  Mine is!! So what are you waiting for, grab your grocery list and get to the market!! The options are endless, and the veggies are ripe for the picking.