Are you looking for a series of summer salads with farm-fresh vegetables?
Gwillimdale Farms is your perfect partner to up your summer salads game with vibrant and flavourful vegetables straight from our fields.
At Gwillimdale Farms, we believe that eating well starts with eating what’s grown close to home. Our fields are home to a diverse range of root vegetables, each grown with the utmost care to bring fresh, high-quality vegetables to your table. This summer, we’re serving up four delicious salad recipes that are made with farm-fresh vegetables, grown right here on our farm in Bradford, Ontario. Whether you’re looking for quick veggie-packed lunch ideas, flavourful sides for your next summer get-together, or a show stopping main salad, these refreshing recipes hit the spot when it comes to taste, colour, and nutrition.
Each salad highlights the seasonal farm fresh goodness you’ve come to expect from Gwillimdale Farms. Locally grown vegetables that go from our fields to your table with care for the environment and future harvests. Field-grown in rich, fertile soil, our produce thrives in natural conditions, which helps lock in freshness and flavour. From earthy beets to crisp carrots and tender red potatoes, these salads are easy to prep and the perfect meals to cool down on a warm summer day.
The Summer Salad Lineup:
Cool Carrot Salad – A refreshing twist on a classic, loaded with crunch and a zesty finish. Packed with toppings that will fuel you through your day, nothing screams summer quite like this salad does! It’s perfect for a quick, easy, nutritious and let’s not forget delicious summer lunch.
Cooking Tip: For extra crunch slice your carrots thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife. The thinner the slice, the more texture and visual appeal your salad will have.
Beet and Lentil Salad – A sweet and nutty combo that’s rich in antioxidants and protein. This salad supports gentle cleansing and is your go-to for that radiant summer glow. Want to share the glow? Plate it in a big neutral-toned bowl, your friends will be asking for the recipe.
Cooking Tip: Roast the beets ahead of time and let them chill. Cold roasted beets bring out their natural sweetness and pair beautifully with lentils.
Greek Red Potato Salad – Creamy, herby, and full of Mediterranean flavour. This lighter take on the classic potato salad is a must-have for any summer picnic or backyard gathering. Bring it to your next get-together and prepare to impress.
Cooking Tip: Boil red potatoes with the skins on and let them cool completely before slicing, this helps them hold their shape and adds a great texture.
Beet and Cucumber Salad – A hydrating mix that’s as nutritious as it is vibrant.
Fresh, crisp, and bursting with colour! This beet and cucumber salad is the perfect balance of earthy sweetness and refreshing crunch. This salad is summer in a bowl, and it just might become your new go-to.
Cooking Tip: Use a splash of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar to keep cucumbers crisp and enhance the beets’ natural flavour.
Each salad recipe is perfect for lunches, picnics, and pre-made meals. Bonus: They showcase the natural flavour of Gwillimdale’s fresh, locally grown produce, with no complicated ingredients or lengthy prep time.
Our carrots are a household favourite, packed with flavour and nutrients, while our onions provide a rich, savoury base. Beets add that splash of colour and earthy flavour that are not only delicious but loaded with essential nutrients.
Why Farm Fresh Matters
When you choose Gwillimdale Farms, you’re choosing produce that’s grown with integrity. Our vertically integrated operation ensures every vegetable is planted, harvested, packed, and delivered by our own team, meaning higher quality, longer freshness, and a lower environmental impact.
Ready to Dig In?
Explore Our Recipes and get inspired to add more colour, crunch, and farm-fresh vegetables to your meals. Don’t forget to check out our Seasonal Recipes page for even more ideas made with farm-fresh vegetables.
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Let’s make this summer delicious, one fresh salad at a time!