Vegan Fresh Garden Salad with Ham
Savor the vibrant, wholesome flavors of this **Vegan Fresh Garden Salad with Ham**, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, and creamy avocado, this salad is elevated by the smoky richness of diced vegan "ham." A light and zesty dressing made with fresh lemon juice and olive oil ties everything together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finishing touch. Perfect as a quick 20-minute lunch or a colorful side dish, this salad delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Serve it with crusty bread or enjoy it solo for a light, satisfying meal! Ideal for vegan home cooks and salad enthusiasts alike, this recipe is a celebration of fresh, garden-inspired ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Smoky vegan 'ham', diced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Begin by preparing the vegetables: rinse and dry the salad greens, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and dice the avocado.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, avocado, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Dice the smoky vegan 'ham' into small cubes and add them to the salad. This addition will bring a wonderful smoky flavor to the dish.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the ingredients are well coated in dressing.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the salad for added color and freshness.
Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and vibrant flavors. This salad pairs excellently with a crusty bread or as a side to your main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 623 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 885 mg | 19% | |
*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.
