Summer Berry Salad! Eat the rainbow and enjoy seasonal summer fruit! This simple and healthy Summer Berry Salad is like summer in a bowl!
Today is July 8th and this is my LAST Whole30 Day! Day #30!! I made it! I didn’t do it perfectly . . especially in these last 10 days but I did pretty darn well and I’m happy!! So, how am I celebrating today?
By bringing you a salad!
I feel great and am probably in the best shape ever, but my running (and training for my half marathon in August) is a big part of that. During the past 30 days I’ve probably put every possible thing on a bed of lettuce, or in a lettuce wrap. You get creative. . especially since you have so much protein, fruits and vegetables all around you. I made sure my fridge was always stocked with everything I would need for the week. I’m definitely going to write a recap post but for today, we need to focus on this amazing salad.
One thing I absolutely loved was eating my salads with cherries. It was something new for me (why did it take me so long to try this?!) and so the next obvious thing was blueberries.
Obviously.
Fruit in your salads. Do it. It’s wonderful. And do it now because summer fruit is the best!
And for me, salads are all about the dressing. During the Whole30, I pretty much ate my homemade vinaigrette (EVOO, red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper) on everything. I would make a chimichurri sauce from time to time too.
And now that I don’t have to stick to just that dressing, I’m going back to one of my favorite brands of salad dressings: Newman’s Own Salad Dressing.
Seriously, ever since these came out in the 80’s, I’ve been using this dressing. The creamy balsamic is my favorite but I also love the Olive Oil and Vinegar, the Balsamic and the Sesame Ginger! There is a dressing for everyone.
For me, a salad isn’t a great salad unless you have the perfect dressing. And I love how the Olive Oil and Vinegar dressing enhances (and does not overpower) the salad here. It’s delicious with the fruit, avocado and greens. I may be eating this summer berry salad every day for the rest of the summer.
Enjoy!!
I leave for my Wisconsin Cheese Blogger Retreat tomorrow. . I will have delicious cheese everywhere. . and will have to pace myself. . I haven’t had cheese in 30 days!!!! And you need to follow along on Instagram for something special on Friday!! We’re going someplace pretty cool!
Love summer salads with fruit? Try my Simple Cantaloupe Salad or my Zucchini Watermelon and Feta Salad!
Summer Berry Salad
Ingredients
- blend of fresh green leaf lettuce and baby spinach
- fresh cherries pitted and cut in half
- fresh strawberries with the stem removed and sliced in half
- 1 ripe avocado cut in half lengthwise and sliced
- assortment red yellow and orange bell peppers, sliced in thin strips
- fresh blueberries
- Newman's Own Olive Oil and Vinegar dressing
Instructions
- Place fresh greens into a large, shallow bowl and top with the fruit and vegetables, in lines, as shown in the photos. Drizzle lightly with dressing and enjoy!
Newman’s Own is inviting consumers to showcase how YOU take your salad from ordinary to extraordinary using Newman’s Own Dressing for an opportunity win a $35,000 donation for the charity of your choice! Visit Greens for Good and click on the “Greens for Good” tab to enter YOUR inspirational salad recipe!!
The “Greens for Good” salad recipe contest begins June 23, 2015 and the entry-phase closes August 21, 2015.
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Disclosure: I was provided a gift card to purchase ingredients so I could create my own salad recipe. Newman’s Own also provided the $25 gift card for the giveaway. The information and gift cards have been provided by Newman’s Own so that I could try the product and share my thoughts and information about Newman’s Own Dressing. The opinions expressed in this post are my own and do not reflect the opinions of Newman’s Own.
Margot C says
We like (and I often buy) the Newman’s Caesar Dressing.
Liz S. says
The Newman’s Own salad dressing that I like the best is the Honey Mustard Lite Dressing.
teri says
I like the Newman’s Own Sesame Ginger 🙂
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
Omehawsh! CONGRATS Alice!!!! Your self-discipline is so inspiring! I cannot wait to read your recap! I have yet to try fruit in my salad – this looks so darn good – maybe salad for breakfast? 🙂
Hope you have a blast this weekend at the Wisconsin Cheese Blogger Retreat!
hipfoodiemom says
Thanks so much, Shashi!!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Congrats on finishing your program, Alice! Sounds like you did an awesome job! And this salad is the perfect way to celebrate. I love the fresh berries on here. Sounds delicious!
hipfoodiemom says
Thank you so much Gayle!!! I didn’t do it perfectly but I did it!
Lisa Brown says
The Caesar Dressing looks great
Lisa Brown says
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Mary Happymommy says
I like the balsamic vinaigrette.
Mir says
YAY! You’re done! Congratulations and hurrah!
AND you’re going on a cheese retreat. What better way to celebrate? I’m incredibly jealous. You deserve it, girl!
Fruit in salad is the best. So you can keep the best parts of Whole 30 with you and still get cheese!
hipfoodiemom says
haha, yes!!! Thank you, Mir!!! I’ll be taking it easy on the cheese retreat. . don’t want any digestion surprises! 😛
Jennie says
I love the Balsamic Vinaigrette
David @ Spiced says
Congrats on finishing the Whole30 month…that is awesome! But let’s talk about this amazing berry salad. It has all of the best of summer in it, and I could totally imagine a big bowl of that in my fridge right now. 🙂 I’ve never thought about putting salad dressing on a fruit salad…but I’ll have to give that a shot. I love Newman’s Own dressings!
hipfoodiemom says
David, I think salad dressing on fruit is great!!! adds another layer of taste and dimension! I hope you try this!
Marsha A. says
the sesame ginger dressing sounds great!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
Hooray girlfriend. I am seriously so proud of you for making it through Whole30! You are the bomb. And you don’t have to do it perfectly. You still stuck with it. This salad is absolutely stunning. I could eat this every single day!
hipfoodiemom says
Thank you J!!!
Heather - Butter & Burlap says
OMG, you haven’t had cheese in 30 days? Are you feeling ok? I would be in such a cheesy craze right now! I hope you can cure that soon! And I love Newmans Own too! One of my favorite “go-to” dressings in the store. Have fun in Wisconsin!
hipfoodiemom says
Heather, I feel great actually . . I did miss cheese terribly but just focused on salads and veggies. . and I never felt bloated at all. Like, never. It’s amazing what happens when you cut out carbs, dairy and sugar! and thank you!!! hoping the retreat is great!
Janet W. says
My favorite is the Honey French Dressing!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
I LOVE ALL Newman’s Own Salad dressings! But the Honey Mustard is one of my favs! This salad is GORGEOUS!
Kristen D. says
Sesame ginger!
Danielle of Texas says
We buy the Balsamic Vinaigrette. Would love to try these!!
Kelly D says
I like the Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing.
Julie Wood says
I love the Creamy Caesar Dressing!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
Yeah you made it! Congrats, Alice! And now you can enjoy that cheese! This salad is so pretty. And I love Newman’s dressing. The poppy seed is my fav!
Stephanie says
Newman’s Own Sesame Ginger
kelly tupick says
I like the Sun Dried Tomato Lite Vinaigrette the best.
Sam @ SugarSpunRun says
I love Newman’s dressing, they have a reduced fat Honey Mustard that I’m crazy about! This salad is beautiful, so colorful!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Cherries and avocado together? This might just be my perfect salad.
Ashley Bree Perez says
My favorite it the olive oil and vinegar. 🙂
Mira says
So happy for you Alice, last day of the Whole 30 🙂 This salad looks great ! Will make it in the afternoon! Newman’s dressing is the best!
Tamra H says
Their Creamy Caesar is my favorite!
Allie | Baking a Moment says
HOORAY!!! I can’t believe you’re finally done! What an incredible achievement- you should be so proud. I”m so proud of you! This salad is such a great way to celebrate! Now go enjoy all the cheese! 😀
Katalina @ Peas and Peonies says
Congrats on your achievement, I must try it too. Your salad looks beautiful and delicious, with all those summer fruits!
Sandy Headtke says
Lite Caesar Dressing is my first choice, but have liked everyone that I have tried.
Kelly says
Yay, congrats, Alice! Way to go, so so proud of you for making it through the Whole 30! Love this gorgeous salad, so full of summer’s best and it sounds perfect with Newman’s dressing! Have fun at the retreat and enjoy all the cheese 🙂
Alina says
The Sun Dried Tomato Lite Vinaigrette is the one I like best.
Carrie M. says
Poppy seed
Elena says
I like the honey French dressing
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
I can’t believe I’ve never had cherries in my salad before…must try it! Looks like a delicious salad! Have fun at the cheese retreat!
Jordan D. says
I love Newman’s Own sesame ginger dressing! The balsamic looks good, too!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says
Congratulations on your accomplishment! That is really exciting. And this gorgeous salad is a perfect way to celebrate!! I am a balsamic fan so I love that lite balsamic dressing of theirs!!
Sean says
I love the Sesame Ginger. It’s DELICIOUS!
Kathleen says
I like the classic balsamic dressing.
Jessica Beard says
I like the honey mustard!
Natalie says
My favorite is the Newmans Own Sesame Ginger dressing.
heather hayes panjon says
I Like The Poppy Seed Dressing.
Shana Elliott says
I love Balsamic but I would love to try the Lime Lite Vinagrette
Danielle says
Love creamy balsamic!
Cate | Chez CateyLou says
Great timing on the Whole 30 – bring on the cheese! I’m so impressed – you are motivating me to try it. Although can’t lie, the thought of no baked goods for 30 days kind of scares me! This salad is gorgeous – I love fruit in salad!!
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
This salad looks simply amazing!! Why do I never put cherries in my salad? Have so much fun on your trip, eat all the cheese for me! 🙂
Zainab says
YAYY~!!!!! Congratulations lady for finishing!! U are amazing! I love fruits in my salad but I have yet to try cherries. I will get on that!!
Michelle says
Creamy Caesar
Rosie says
That salad looks sooo good! I’d like to try the Honey French Dressing!
Alison H. says
I like the sesame ginger dressing the best.
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says
My favorite Newman’s Own is the Greek Vinaigrette! So good. Alice, your salad looks fantastic. Congratulations in your accomplishment. You really stuck to your plan! 🙂
Harriet Emily says
Congrats on getting through Whole 30, Alice!! Loving the look of this salad, I’ve never tried adding berries before, but I’m definitely excited to try adding cherries – they’re my favourite fruit! Yum yum yum!
Lisa says
The honey french dressing sounds yummy
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Congrats on making it though Whole 30! You are amazing :). Love this summer salad, so pretty and colorful!
Elizabeth G. says
I like Creamy Balsamic Dressing.
Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says
Congrats on finishing all 30 days! Love the fruit in this salad – especially with all the fresh summer fruits around. Have fun eating cheese 🙂
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
Congrats Alice! That went by really quickly for me. Lol. I don’t think I could do it. I’m glad you’re feeling awesome though and enjoy the cheese!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
I could bathe in Newman’s Own dressings… All of them ALL at once. Scrub-a-dub-dub! 🙂 but what’s a dressing without a beautiful salad to drizzle it on?! This fruit salad looks amazing, Alice! Summer freshness at its AL time finest going on here! Congrats on finishing the Whole30! Now go getcha’ some cheese, girlfriend!! ♡ Cheers and travel safe!
Sandy Rees says
I especially like the honey mustard salad dressing.
Crystal Conway says
Love creamy balsamic
Anne says
Good for you for finishing the Whole30, and good for you for knowing that it’s okay that you weren’t “perfect” about it.
As for the Newman’s Own dressings, we use several different varieties, but one we always go back to is the Parmesan & Roasted Garlic.
Madeline says
I really like the Poppy Seed!
Annette says
My favorite is Sun Dried Tomato Lite Vinaigrette. Delicious!
christina says
Newman’s Caesar Dressing
GiGi Eats says
I LOVE NATURAL RAINBOWS!! 🙂
shelly peterson says
I like the Creamy Caesar Dressing
Wendy R. says
My favorite of the dressings is Poppy Seed. Plus, it’s great with fruit on salads!
shaunie says
I would love to say the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette
Jennifer Marie says
I would try the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette.
Jennifer Marie says
We would try the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette.
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Salad and berries just belong together! This salad is seriously SO stunning, Alice! And I love Newmans dressing!
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
I love all the Newman’s Own Salad dressings! But we tend to go through more of the sesame ginger than anything else! This salad is so pretty!
Amy L says
I love Newman’s Balsamic Vinaigrette on salad and it makes a great marinade for chicken.
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says
Alice!!!! I’m SOO Happy that you made it through the entire thing!! I’m going to start next Monday, and I’m a bit nervous–especially because I’m supposed to do a race next Saturday (which I’m not prepared for either!) Anyway, SO happy for you, Alice!!
steve weber says
I like the Newman’s Own Sesame Ginger
Elle says
The raspberry and walnut lite vinaigrette is my favorite.
Liz says
What a gorgeous, delicious salad! I love adding fruit to my greens and your rainbow salad is just my style. Congrats on completing your challenge—you did SO much better than I would have. Now that I have to watch my carbs, I will watch for some of your tips and tricks. Have a blast with Wisconsin Cheese!!! xoxo
Jeanna says
I like the Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette!
Barbara Montag says
Congrats on your success!
I like the Parmesan & Roasted Garlic Dressing.
thank you
Kathleen says
I love all the Newmans salad dressings! The fresh cherries in the salad sound really wonderful. I haven’t tried that yet. Great idea 🙂
Jessica To says
I would like to try the Olive Oil and Vinegar.
Kennedy Cole@ Kcole's Creative Corner says
I love fresh, green salads with tons of fresh fruits! I’ve never actually tried Newman’s Own, but I certainly will try it soon! And congrats on finishing the Whole30! I truly admire your commitment! 🙂
Patricia Wojnar Crowley says
I love the Roasted Garlic Balsamic Lite Vinaigrette dressing!
Christina @ Bake with Christina says
The Whole30 is tough, but congrats on making it through!! Now for this berry salad, it looks SO refreshing and tasty, Alice!! 🙂
rachel cartucci says
I love Newman’s Own Caesar dressing. I love all of Newman’s products…I use lots of them daily.
Amanda Sakovitz says
I like the Sesame Ginger!
Janice Cooper says
I would love to try the honey mustard lite dressing
Susan Christy says
Three Cheese Balsamic Vinaigrette sounds good!
Thomas Murphy says
I like the Caesar Dressing
Tammy Woodall says
My favorite Newman’s Own Salad Dressing is the Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Birdiebee says
My favorite dressing is the Lite Caesar Dressing.
Katie J says
Ranch dressing is always my favorite.
Karen Nadeau says
I love the Newman’s Ceaser salad dressing. It is real good.
Joanne says
I was obsessed with the Newman’s Own Sesame Ginger in college…and now I’m wondering why I stopped eating it! Love that this salad is fruit-centric – that’s my favorite way to eat a salad. And CONGRATS on your Whole30!! I’ve toyed with doing it, but haven’t taken the plunge yet. We’ll see…
Bridgett Wilbur says
I love the olive oil and vinegar one the best. Yummy.
Johlene@FlavoursandFrosting says
I cant tell you how much I love the idea of cherries in a salad!!
kjasus says
i like the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette
Sara says
The sesame ginger dressing sounds incredible!
DJ says
I would love to try the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette.
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
This salad is so pretty! I’m so glad you are taking advantage of all the fresh fruit of summer!
bonnie says
honey mustard is my favorite 🙂
Karla R. says
I would like to try the lite caesar dressing.
Lauren says
I would like to try the Lite Balsamic.
kathy dalton says
i love the Creamy Caesar Dressing
Steph says
I just discovered poppy seed dressing and it’s my new favorite
shelly says
Poppy seed looks good
Katie H says
I love their honey mustard dressing!
Sara Zielinski says
I want to try the Newman’s Own Honey Mustard dressing.
Heidi S. says
I go through Lite Cranberry Walnut like water. LOVE it.
Rachel says
I like the balsamic salad dressing.
Tracy Robertson says
Sesame Ginger Low Fat Dressing
Vickie says
All of them are delish..but, I use Lite Cranberry Walnut the most. Great with a fruit salad or greens salads with beef, fish, chicken..very versatile.
Tara says
Honey Mustard Lite Dressing
Linda Bundrick says
I like Newman’s Own Caesar Dressing . I use it not only on my tossed salad, but on pasta salad and also I use it to marinate my chicken in before grilling.
Ellen Casper says
I love Newman’s Own sesame ginger dressing!
Kristen says
My favorite is the Three Cheese Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Dawn Monroe says
I like the Italian lite and honey mustard dressing.