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!
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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
July 8, 2015 at 12:55 amWe like (and I often buy) the Newman’s Caesar Dressing.
Liz S. says
July 8, 2015 at 1:29 amThe Newman’s Own salad dressing that I like the best is the Honey Mustard Lite Dressing.
teri says
July 8, 2015 at 4:08 amI like the Newman’s Own Sesame Ginger 🙂
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
July 8, 2015 at 4:11 amOmehawsh! 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
July 9, 2015 at 7:11 amThanks so much, Shashi!!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
July 8, 2015 at 5:38 amCongrats 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
July 9, 2015 at 7:12 amThank you so much Gayle!!! I didn’t do it perfectly but I did it!
Lisa Brown says
July 8, 2015 at 5:42 amThe Caesar Dressing looks great
Lisa Brown says
July 8, 2015 at 5:45 amRC error, my pin https://www.pinterest.com/pin/277675133252163647/
Mary Happymommy says
July 8, 2015 at 5:50 amI like the balsamic vinaigrette.
Mir says
July 8, 2015 at 6:03 amYAY! 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
July 9, 2015 at 7:13 amhaha, yes!!! Thank you, Mir!!! I’ll be taking it easy on the cheese retreat. . don’t want any digestion surprises! 😛
Jennie says
July 8, 2015 at 6:24 amI love the Balsamic Vinaigrette
David @ Spiced says
July 8, 2015 at 7:10 amCongrats 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
July 9, 2015 at 7:14 amDavid, I think salad dressing on fruit is great!!! adds another layer of taste and dimension! I hope you try this!
Marsha A. says
July 8, 2015 at 7:12 amthe sesame ginger dressing sounds great!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
July 8, 2015 at 7:46 amHooray 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
July 9, 2015 at 7:14 amThank you J!!!
Heather - Butter & Burlap says
July 8, 2015 at 7:55 amOMG, 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
July 9, 2015 at 7:16 amHeather, 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
July 8, 2015 at 8:20 amMy favorite is the Honey French Dressing!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
July 8, 2015 at 8:22 amI LOVE ALL Newman’s Own Salad dressings! But the Honey Mustard is one of my favs! This salad is GORGEOUS!
Kristen D. says
July 8, 2015 at 8:27 amSesame ginger!
Danielle of Texas says
July 8, 2015 at 8:38 amWe buy the Balsamic Vinaigrette. Would love to try these!!
Kelly D says
July 8, 2015 at 8:38 amI like the Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing.
Julie Wood says
July 8, 2015 at 8:48 amI love the Creamy Caesar Dressing!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
July 8, 2015 at 9:22 amYeah 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
July 8, 2015 at 9:24 amNewman’s Own Sesame Ginger
kelly tupick says
July 8, 2015 at 9:26 amI like the Sun Dried Tomato Lite Vinaigrette the best.
Sam @ SugarSpunRun says
July 8, 2015 at 10:02 amI 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
July 8, 2015 at 10:21 amCherries and avocado together? This might just be my perfect salad.
Ashley Bree Perez says
July 8, 2015 at 10:23 amMy favorite it the olive oil and vinegar. 🙂
Mira says
July 8, 2015 at 10:26 amSo 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
July 8, 2015 at 10:29 amTheir Creamy Caesar is my favorite!
Allie | Baking a Moment says
July 8, 2015 at 10:50 amHOORAY!!! 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
July 8, 2015 at 11:08 amCongrats on your achievement, I must try it too. Your salad looks beautiful and delicious, with all those summer fruits!
Sandy Headtke says
July 8, 2015 at 11:27 amLite Caesar Dressing is my first choice, but have liked everyone that I have tried.
Kelly says
July 8, 2015 at 11:37 amYay, 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
July 8, 2015 at 11:37 amThe Sun Dried Tomato Lite Vinaigrette is the one I like best.
Carrie M. says
July 8, 2015 at 11:46 amPoppy seed
Elena says
July 8, 2015 at 11:46 amI like the honey French dressing
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
July 8, 2015 at 11:57 amI 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
July 8, 2015 at 12:26 pmI love Newman’s Own sesame ginger dressing! The balsamic looks good, too!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says
July 8, 2015 at 12:42 pmCongratulations 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
July 8, 2015 at 12:42 pmI love the Sesame Ginger. It’s DELICIOUS!
Kathleen says
July 8, 2015 at 12:48 pmI like the classic balsamic dressing.
Jessica Beard says
July 8, 2015 at 12:55 pmI like the honey mustard!
Natalie says
July 8, 2015 at 1:09 pmMy favorite is the Newmans Own Sesame Ginger dressing.
heather hayes panjon says
July 8, 2015 at 1:18 pmI Like The Poppy Seed Dressing.
Shana Elliott says
July 8, 2015 at 1:21 pmI love Balsamic but I would love to try the Lime Lite Vinagrette
Danielle says
July 8, 2015 at 1:41 pmLove creamy balsamic!
Cate | Chez CateyLou says
July 8, 2015 at 2:07 pmGreat 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
July 8, 2015 at 2:09 pmThis 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
July 8, 2015 at 2:29 pmYAYY~!!!!! 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
July 8, 2015 at 3:33 pmCreamy Caesar
Rosie says
July 8, 2015 at 3:38 pmThat salad looks sooo good! I’d like to try the Honey French Dressing!
Alison H. says
July 8, 2015 at 3:39 pmI like the sesame ginger dressing the best.
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says
July 8, 2015 at 3:56 pmMy 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
July 8, 2015 at 4:16 pmCongrats 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
July 8, 2015 at 5:43 pmThe honey french dressing sounds yummy
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
July 8, 2015 at 5:48 pmCongrats on making it though Whole 30! You are amazing :). Love this summer salad, so pretty and colorful!
Elizabeth G. says
July 8, 2015 at 6:47 pmI like Creamy Balsamic Dressing.
Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says
July 8, 2015 at 7:16 pmCongrats 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
July 8, 2015 at 8:02 pmCongrats 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
July 8, 2015 at 8:07 pmI 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
July 8, 2015 at 8:19 pmI especially like the honey mustard salad dressing.
Crystal Conway says
July 8, 2015 at 8:37 pmLove creamy balsamic
Anne says
July 8, 2015 at 8:50 pmGood 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
July 8, 2015 at 10:17 pmI really like the Poppy Seed!
Annette says
July 8, 2015 at 10:59 pmMy favorite is Sun Dried Tomato Lite Vinaigrette. Delicious!
christina says
July 8, 2015 at 11:31 pmNewman’s Caesar Dressing
GiGi Eats says
July 8, 2015 at 11:59 pmI LOVE NATURAL RAINBOWS!! 🙂
shelly peterson says
July 9, 2015 at 1:04 amI like the Creamy Caesar Dressing
Wendy R. says
July 9, 2015 at 2:14 amMy favorite of the dressings is Poppy Seed. Plus, it’s great with fruit on salads!
shaunie says
July 9, 2015 at 6:47 amI would love to say the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette
Jennifer Marie says
July 9, 2015 at 7:14 amI would try the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette.
Jennifer Marie says
July 9, 2015 at 7:16 amWe would try the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette.
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
July 9, 2015 at 7:42 amSalad and berries just belong together! This salad is seriously SO stunning, Alice! And I love Newmans dressing!
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
July 9, 2015 at 10:02 amI 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
July 9, 2015 at 11:02 amI love Newman’s Balsamic Vinaigrette on salad and it makes a great marinade for chicken.
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says
July 9, 2015 at 11:32 amAlice!!!! 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
July 9, 2015 at 11:34 amI like the Newman’s Own Sesame Ginger
Elle says
July 9, 2015 at 11:53 amThe raspberry and walnut lite vinaigrette is my favorite.
Liz says
July 9, 2015 at 12:29 pmWhat 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
July 9, 2015 at 1:13 pmI like the Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette!
Barbara Montag says
July 9, 2015 at 1:41 pmCongrats on your success!
I like the Parmesan & Roasted Garlic Dressing.
thank you
Kathleen says
July 9, 2015 at 1:50 pmI 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
July 9, 2015 at 3:48 pmI would like to try the Olive Oil and Vinegar.
Kennedy Cole@ Kcole's Creative Corner says
July 9, 2015 at 4:12 pmI 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
July 9, 2015 at 8:01 pmI love the Roasted Garlic Balsamic Lite Vinaigrette dressing!
Christina @ Bake with Christina says
July 9, 2015 at 8:04 pmThe Whole30 is tough, but congrats on making it through!! Now for this berry salad, it looks SO refreshing and tasty, Alice!! 🙂
rachel cartucci says
July 9, 2015 at 8:12 pmI love Newman’s Own Caesar dressing. I love all of Newman’s products…I use lots of them daily.
Amanda Sakovitz says
July 9, 2015 at 8:14 pmI like the Sesame Ginger!
Janice Cooper says
July 9, 2015 at 8:40 pmI would love to try the honey mustard lite dressing
Susan Christy says
July 9, 2015 at 9:43 pmThree Cheese Balsamic Vinaigrette sounds good!
Thomas Murphy says
July 9, 2015 at 9:50 pmI like the Caesar Dressing
Tammy Woodall says
July 9, 2015 at 10:51 pmMy favorite Newman’s Own Salad Dressing is the Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Birdiebee says
July 9, 2015 at 11:08 pmMy favorite dressing is the Lite Caesar Dressing.
Katie J says
July 10, 2015 at 12:51 amRanch dressing is always my favorite.
Karen Nadeau says
July 10, 2015 at 5:21 amI love the Newman’s Ceaser salad dressing. It is real good.
Joanne says
July 10, 2015 at 7:02 amI 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
July 10, 2015 at 7:02 amI love the olive oil and vinegar one the best. Yummy.
Johlene@FlavoursandFrosting says
July 10, 2015 at 7:17 amI cant tell you how much I love the idea of cherries in a salad!!
kjasus says
July 10, 2015 at 8:26 ami like the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette
Sara says
July 10, 2015 at 3:50 pmThe sesame ginger dressing sounds incredible!
DJ says
July 10, 2015 at 5:06 pmI would love to try the Cranberry Walnut Lite Vinaigrette.
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
July 10, 2015 at 9:14 pmThis salad is so pretty! I’m so glad you are taking advantage of all the fresh fruit of summer!
bonnie says
July 10, 2015 at 10:24 pmhoney mustard is my favorite 🙂
Karla R. says
July 10, 2015 at 11:41 pmI would like to try the lite caesar dressing.
Lauren says
July 11, 2015 at 8:20 amI would like to try the Lite Balsamic.
kathy dalton says
July 11, 2015 at 12:50 pmi love the Creamy Caesar Dressing
Steph says
July 11, 2015 at 2:20 pmI just discovered poppy seed dressing and it’s my new favorite
shelly says
July 12, 2015 at 9:47 amPoppy seed looks good
Katie H says
July 12, 2015 at 11:42 amI love their honey mustard dressing!
Sara Zielinski says
July 12, 2015 at 6:16 pmI want to try the Newman’s Own Honey Mustard dressing.
Heidi S. says
July 13, 2015 at 7:17 amI go through Lite Cranberry Walnut like water. LOVE it.
Rachel says
July 13, 2015 at 2:28 pmI like the balsamic salad dressing.
Tracy Robertson says
July 13, 2015 at 10:47 pmSesame Ginger Low Fat Dressing
Vickie says
July 13, 2015 at 11:41 pmAll 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
July 14, 2015 at 12:36 pmHoney Mustard Lite Dressing
Linda Bundrick says
July 14, 2015 at 1:11 pmI 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
July 14, 2015 at 7:44 pmI love Newman’s Own sesame ginger dressing!
Kristen says
July 14, 2015 at 9:29 pmMy favorite is the Three Cheese Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Dawn Monroe says
July 14, 2015 at 9:30 pmI like the Italian lite and honey mustard dressing.