Sunshine Salad

Name: Sunshine Salad
Yield: 5 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups spinach leaves, packed, washed, and dried well; 1/2 medium red onion, sliced thin; 1/2 medium red bell pepper, sliced; 1 medium cucumber, sliced; 2 medium oranges, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces; 1/3 cup "lite" vinaigrette dressing (around 15 calories per tablespoon or less)

Source: US Department of Health and Human Services

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Oranges help to brighten up this tasty veggie salad. It is quick and easy to make. Top it off with your favorite vinaigrette.

Makes

5 servings

Ingredients

5 cups spinach leaves, packed, washed, and dried well
1/2 medium red onion, sliced thin
1/2 medium red bell pepper, sliced
1 medium cucumber, sliced
2 medium oranges, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
1/3 cup "lite" vinaigrette dressing (around 15 calories per tablespoon or less)

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Toss all ingredients together in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss again.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Learn more about: Spinach Onions Bell Peppers Cucumbers Oranges

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