Heart-Healthy Crunchy Almond Salad
Brighten up your meals with this *Heart-Healthy Crunchy Almond Salad*, a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that's as delicious as it is wholesome. This quick 15-minute recipe features crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and sweet grated carrot, all complemented by the nutty crunch of toasted almonds and creamy avocado. A tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of honey brings everything together, while fresh parsley lends a burst of herbaceous flavor. Perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or even a hearty main, this salad not only delights your taste buds but also supports your health with heart-friendly ingredients. Ideal for busy days or when you're craving something fresh, this colorful creation is a true celebration of clean eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 Cucumber
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 1 Carrot
- 0.5 cup Almonds
- 1 Avocado
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds. Add to the salad bowl.
Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and slice it into thin strips. Add to the bowl.
Peel the carrot and grate it using a grater. Add the grated carrot to the salad.
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Dice the avocado and add it to the salad bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top just before serving for an extra crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1205 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.9 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1306 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2213 mg | 47% | |
*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.
