SUMMERTIME SALAD BAR

Fresh, colorful, and endlessly customizable—this salad bar is the ultimate no-stress dinner idea for warm-weather gatherings.

What You’ll Need: (Serves 4–6)

Feel free to scale up or swap based on what's in season or what your guests enjoy.

• Greens Base:

  • mixed greens

• Veggie Toppings:

  • Sliced radishes

  • Microgreens

  • Shredded carrots

  • Shredded purple cabbage

  • Sliced cucumbers

  • Halved cherry tomatoes

• Crunchy Add-On:

  • Chopped almonds (or sunflower seeds for a nut-free option)

• Protein:

  • Grilled or shredded chicken (serve warm or chilled)

• Optional Extras:

  • Crumbled feta or goat cheese

  • Avocado slices

  • Cooked quinoa or farro

  • Assorted dressings (balsamic vinaigrette, tahini, green goddess)

How to Set It Up:

1. Prep Everything in Advance:
   Wash, chop, and arrange each ingredient in separate bowls or platters so your guests can easily build their own salads.

2. Keep It Cool:
   If it’s hot outside, place bowls over a tray of ice or serve in shifts to keep produce fresh.

3. Serve Buffet Style:
   Lay out your salad bar ingredients in a fun rainbow-style order (greens to veggies to protein to crunch), hand out bowls and forks, and let everyone mix and match to their heart’s content.

4. Top & Toss:
   Encourage guests to top their bowls with grilled chicken and a sprinkle of chopped almonds for protein and crunch.