Good Green Salad
Brighten up your table with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of this Good Green Salad! Packed with nutrient-rich mixed greens, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and the crunch of green bell pepper, this salad is a celebration of fresh, green ingredients. Finished with a zesty homemade lemon dressing sweetened with a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist) and accented with Dijon mustard, this recipe delivers bold flavor in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for four servings, it’s the ultimate healthy side dish or light lunch. Whether you're looking for a quick, no-cook recipe or a wholesome option to complement your main course, this green salad is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 large avocado
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 3 stalks green onions (scallions)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds. If desired, peel the cucumber before slicing. Add the slices to the salad bowl.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.
Wash the green bell pepper, remove the seeds and core, and chop it into thin strips. Add the bell pepper to the salad.
Thinly slice the green onions (scallions), using both the white and green parts, and sprinkle them over the salad.
Add the chopped fresh parsley to the salad for extra flavor and freshness.
In a small jar or bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until the dressing is well emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately, either plated individually or in the serving bowl, and enjoy your Good Green Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.6 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1393 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2429 mg | 52% | |
*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.
