Sometimes, I like to throw a little bit of fruit into a regular salad – it makes it a little extra special, and it’s like a little dash of happiness – which is always a nice touch in the middle of winter. Make this Valentine’s Day Salad as part of your five course Valentine’s Day Meal.

Happy Heart Salad - Crisp greens and juicy berries complete this salad

Valentine’s Day Salad

Crisp greens and juicy berries are just what you need this Valentine’s Day.  The fresh berries are all the dressing this salad needs. 

Ingredients :

  • 4 cups chopped romain lettuce
  • 1 medium apple, sliced ( I used a macintosh)
  • 1 stick of celery, chopped fine
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 pint strawberries 
  • 1 english cucumber
  • Sprinkle of lemon juice

Happy Heart Salad - Crisp greens and juicy berries complete this salad



 

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 Materials:

 

Directions :

  1. Wash and chop the lettuce, celery and cucumbers.
  2. Slice the strawberries into halves, or little heart shapes.
  3. Mix into a large serving bowl, and add the blueberries.
  4. Slice the apple ( again heart shapes are fun!) and sprinkle with lemon juice
  5. Serve chilled

Happy Heart Salad - Crisp greens and juicy berries complete this salad

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