Description
This Hot Girl Summer Salad is a crunchy, refreshing, and flavorful TikTok-famous recipe packed with fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and a zesty homemade Italian dressing. Perfect for light lunches, meal prep, or a healthy side dish, it’s vibrant, nutritious, and easy to customize.
Ingredients
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
2 cucumbers, peeled and diced
2 green bell peppers, diced
½ red onion, finely diced
½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
¼ cup roasted sunflower kernels
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Zesty Italian Dressing:
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined.
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In a large bowl, add chopped eggs, cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, and sunflower kernels.
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Drizzle dressing over the salad ingredients.
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Toss everything together until evenly coated.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a protein boost.
Sprinkle with feta or goat cheese for extra creaminess.
Mix in cooked quinoa or couscous for a heartier meal.
Adjust the spice level by changing the amount of red pepper flakes.
Keep dressing separate if prepping ahead to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch, Side Dish
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
