The Garden
Immerse yourself in the fresh, crisp flavors of "The Garden," a vibrant salad recipe that's a celebration of nature's bounty. Packed with mixed baby greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, crisp radishes, and sweet sugar snap peas, this dish brings a medley of textures and colors to your plate. A zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette—infused with Dijon mustard, honey, and fragrant basil and parsley—elevates the flavors with a tangy-sweet finish. Perfect as a light lunch or an elegant side dish, "The Garden" comes together in just 20 minutes, making it a quick, healthy, and delicious option for any occasion. Whether you're embracing a plant-based lifestyle or seeking fresh inspiration, this salad is sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed baby greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 4 small radishes
- 1 large carrot
- 1 cup sugar snap peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 6 large fresh basil leaves
- 1 large lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on personal preference.
Thinly slice the radishes and carrot into rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.
Trim the ends of the sugar snap peas and leave them whole or cut them in half for smaller pieces.
Roughly chop the parsley and basil leaves for a fresh herbal touch.
In a small bowl, zest the lemon and then juice it to yield about 3 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Whisk the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper together in the bowl until emulsified to create the vinaigrette.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, carrot, and sugar snap peas.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, tossing gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the parsley and basil over the top for a burst of freshness and garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy 'The Garden', a showcase of crisp, vibrant veggies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1934 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2017 mg | 43% | |
*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.
