The Salad
Bright, fresh, and brimming with vibrant flavors, "The Salad" is a wholesome medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper, accented by creamy avocado and crumbly feta cheese. This nutrient-packed dish is elevated with a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette, featuring a touch of honey and Dijon mustard for the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Toasted sunflower seeds add a delightful nutty crunch, making every bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this refreshing salad is perfect as a light lunch, dinner side, or stunning centerpiece for your next gathering. Healthy, easy, and utterly delicious, "The Salad" is the ultimate go-to recipe for effortless flavor and nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, and kale)
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced thinly
- 0.25 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sunflower seeds
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad serving bowl.
Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and red onion. Add all vegetables to the bowl with the greens.
Dice the avocado just before serving to prevent browning and gently add it to the salad bowl.
Sprinkle the feta cheese and toasted sunflower seeds over the top of the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.3 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2663 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 891 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3133 mg | 67% | |
*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.
