*Vegan
In a post–climate change world, spring is nothing more than a fantastical notion from the past. (Like Atlantis, reliable American-made cars, and cigarettes that are good for you.) Let’s make spring a state of mind and enjoy this refreshing, hydrating salad in the sweltering heat or frigid cold, or from an underwater abyss caused by a full-on polar ice cap meltdown.
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon agave nectar (Honey or maple syrup work fine, too.)
3 ounces spring mix salad greens
3 Persian cucumbers, chopped
2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 pears, cored and cut into medium dice
2 cooked veggie burger patties, crumbled
1 bunch fresh mint leaves, chopped
12 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
1. Whisk together the oil, vinegar, and agave until it forms a dressing. Set aside.
2. Combine the remaining ingredients in a large salad bowl. Dress and toss. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.