EP. 1 | Simple Summer Salad Bowl – Fresh, Fast & Gluten-Free

This is your “To hot to cook in summertime, but I want something good” kind of meal.

This simple summer salad bowl is your go-to meal when it’s way too hot to cook — but you still want something fresh, satisfying, and packed with flavor. This is Simple Bowl, Serious Flavors, the first recipe of the Not Your Basic Summer Bowl series — a collection of naturally gluten-free recipes that are allergy-friendly and anything but boring.

Why This Simple Summer Salad Bowl Works

This bowl is the definition of effortless:
just fresh valerian leaves, salt-cured olives, a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and your favorite creamy vegan mayo.

But the real twist? Skip the usual salad bowl and serve it on something crunchy: use a corn tortilla, a gluten-free pita, or even a crumbled rice cake. Spread the mayo, pile on the mix, and dig in.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only 5 ingredients
• 100% gluten-free and dairy-free
• Ready in 5 minutes
• Perfect for lazy dinners or bento lunches
• No cooking required

Why Choose Valerian Salad?

Valerian (a.k.a. mâche or lamb’s lettuce) is soft, nutrient-dense, and holds up beautifully even when prepped ahead. Its delicate flavor pairs perfectly with salty olives and creamy mayo — creating a balance that’s light but satisfying.

This is not just a bowl.
It’s a whole vibe — one you’ll want on repeat this summer.
Try it once and you’ll see: simple doesn’t mean boring. It means serious flavor.

Ingredients:

• Fresh valerian salad (aka mâche)
• Salt-cured olives (pitted)
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt (to taste)
• Vegan mayo (or classic)
• Corn tortilla, rice cake, or gluten-free pita

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Quick steps:

1. Spread your mayo on a tortilla, rice cake, or pita.
2. Toss valerian, olives, EVO, and salt in a bowl.
3. Pile the mix on top of your crunchy base.
4. Serve fresh and enjoy immediately!