Heart-Healthy Fresh Herb Salad
Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this **Heart-Healthy Fresh Herb Salad** is a refreshing and nutrient-rich dish that’s perfect for any meal. A medley of mixed baby greens—like spinach, arugula, and kale—is elevated with the fragrant trio of fresh basil, mint, and parsley, creating a delightful base bursting with herbal goodness. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and a hint of red onion provide layers of texture and flavor, while a simple, zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice ties it all together. Topped with a sprinkle of crunchy walnuts, this salad is as nourishing as it is delicious, promoting heart health with every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy, no-cook recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or as a side dish for your next gathering. Ideal keywords: heart-healthy recipe, fresh herb salad, quick salad recipe, gluten-free, plant-based.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed baby greens (such as spinach, arugula, and kale)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the mixed baby greens, basil, mint, and parsley leaves. Gently tear the herb leaves into smaller pieces if they are large, and place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and sliced avocado to the bowl with the greens and herbs.
In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well to emulsify the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top of the salad for a heart-healthy crunch.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, herb-packed salad that supports heart health.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.3 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1306 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 822 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 3600 mg | 77% | |
*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.
