Crisp, colorful, and bursting with garden-fresh flavor, this Ranch Veggie Salad is the ultimate go-to for a quick, healthy side dish or light meal. Packed with crunchy romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, shredded carrots, sweet red bell peppers, and tender broccoli florets, this salad is a celebration of fresh vegetables. A sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese adds richness, while creamy ranch dressing ties everything together with its tangy, herbaceous flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a perfect balance of textures and flavors, this veggie-packed salad is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering. Enjoy it as is, or pair it with grilled chicken or fish for a heartier option.
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, shred the carrot, and dice the red bell pepper. Add them to the salad bowl.
Cut broccoli florets into small, bite-sized pieces and finely slice the red onion. Add both to the bowl.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the vegetables.
Drizzle the ranch dressing evenly over the salad ingredients.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Toss everything gently using salad tongs to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh Ranch Veggie Salad!
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2168 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 833 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2297 mg | 49% | |
*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.