The "Everything from DA BOX" Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups arugula
• 1 cup mixed lettuce chopped
• 2 ears of corn (boiled or grilled) kernels removed
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1 large carrot, shredded or thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil 
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (or orange juice)
• Purslane or microgreens
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: a pinch of chili flakes or cumin for extra flavor

Directions:

Prepare the corn:

1. Boiling method: boil the corn in salt water for 5-7 minutes then let cool and cut the kernels off the cob
2. Grilling method (optional): Brush the corn with olive oil and grill until charred in spots (about 8-10 minutes) then cut the kernels off

Assemble the Salad:

1. In a large bowl, combine arugula, lettuce, corn kernels, shredded carrots and diced avocado
2. Add purslane OR microgreens

Make the dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper
2. Add a pinch of chili flakes or cumin for a little extra kick if desired
3. Tip: swap out the lemon juice for orange

Toss the Salad:

1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, making sure the avocado is well-coated