Whole30 Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing
Fresh, vibrant, and completely Whole30-compliant, this Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing is a healthy twist on a classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-rich mixed greens like romaine, arugula, and spinach, plus crunchy cucumbers, carrots, and bell peppers, this salad is as colorful as it is nutritious. The cherry tomatoes add a burst of sweetness, while thinly sliced red onion lends a subtle sharpness. What sets this recipe apart is the creamy homemade Whole30 ranch dressing, crafted from mayonnaise, almond milk, and a blend of fresh herbs like dill and parsley, along with flavorful seasonings. Ready in just 20 minutes, this satisfying salad is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a wholesome side dish. Whether you’re following the Whole30 program or simply craving a fresh, dairy-free option, this garden salad is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (such as romaine, arugula, and spinach)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 large Carrot
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Whole30-compliant mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 teaspoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and dry mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber and chop it into quarter-inch thick slices. Add to the salad.
Peel the carrot and grate it. Add grated carrot to the salad.
Core and slice the red bell pepper julienne style and add to the bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add to the salad.
To prepare the ranch dressing, combine the Whole30-compliant mayonnaise and unsweetened almond milk in a medium bowl.
Add apple cider vinegar, freshly chopped dill, and parsley to the bowl.
Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the mixture until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Pour the ranch dressing over the prepared salad, then toss gently until the vegetables are well coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Garden Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.0 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 2013 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1918 mg | 41% | |
*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.
