Cherry Almond Salad with Vanilla Ice Cream

This delightful Cherry Almond Salad combines fresh greens with juicy cherries and crunchy almonds, drizzled with a light honey-lemon dressing. To elevate this dish, it is served alongside a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that is both refreshing and indulgent. Perfect for a summer gathering, this recipe meets dietary preferences with its balanced ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and romaine)
• 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 scoops vanilla ice cream

Instructions:

1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherries, and toasted almonds.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. If using, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
5. Serve the salad immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.