Creamy Salad
Indulge in the irresistible freshness of this Creamy Salad, a vibrant blend of crisp romaine lettuce, tender baby spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all brought together with a luxuriously creamy homemade dressing. Packed with wholesome ingredients like avocado, cucumber, and optional protein-rich chicken breast, this quick-to-prepare salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. The simple yet flavorful dressing combines the tang of Greek yogurt, a hint of sweetness from honey, and a zesty kick of Dijon mustard, creating the perfect balance for every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is ideal as a light lunch, a refreshing side, or a satisfying main course. Make it your go-to recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Baby spinach
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast (optional)
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Thoroughly wash and dry the romaine lettuce and baby spinach. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds, and slice it into thin half-moons. Add to the bowl.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the bowl.
Dice the avocado and gently toss it with the salad mixture. If using chicken breast, shred or dice it and mix it in as well.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled salad experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.2 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 263 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 1112 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 87.1 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2542 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
