Merek’s mom has a great Tropical Salad recipe that we slightly modified to become more of a Berry Salad this summer. We first had a version of this salad the summer we were first dating, so it has a bit of happy nostalgia surrounding the dish as well.
This salad brings happy spring and summer feelings and will want you coming back for multiple servings of this sweet treat. (Yes, it’s sweet enough to almost be a treat, but plot twist: it’s a salad!) It’s great for BBQ’s, baby showers, or a summer evening that needs a nice cool side with beautiful presentation.
Pina Colada Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
½ cup sugar
1/3 cup pina colada liquid drink mix
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
½ tsp ginger
1 tsp dry mustard
½ tsp salt
1 ¼ c. vegetable oil
Instructions:
In a blender combine all the ingredients, except the oil. Blend until light and
frothy. Add oil in steady stream. Store in a blender bottle or salad dressing bottle that allows you to refrigerate and then shake as needed. We recommend refrigerating the dressing for at least a few hours before serving.
Berry Salad Base
Ingredients:
Lettuce – romaine and spring mix (or just chopped romaine)
Blueberries
Raspberries
Strawberries
1/4 cup of Sweetened Coconut flakes
Instructions:
Layer the lettuce mix, then a layer of mixed berries, another layer of lettuce and top with remaining berries. Top with coconut flakes on top.
We hope you enjoy this amazing salad and hope it will be a go-to staple at many summer BBQs to come! Enjoyed this recipe? Take a look at our Easy Berry Trifle recipe as well! Additionally, take a look at our entire list of Outdoor Activities and Backyard Games to bring to your BBQ. There are plenty of options to get the entire group involved and to make sure your party is memorable.
