Yum Yum Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with wholesome ingredients, Yum Yum Salad is a vibrant medley of mixed greens, juicy mango, creamy avocado, and crunchy roasted almonds, perfectly balanced with a tangy-sweet honey lime dressing. This quick 20-minute recipe is a feast for the senses, blending fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and shredded carrots with optional crumbled feta for a hint of indulgence. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a colorful side dish, or a crowd-pleasing option for gatherings, this salad caters to every palate—and can even be made vegan with a simple swap to maple syrup. Bursting with flavor, texture, and nutrients, Yum Yum Salad is your go-to recipe for healthy eating made delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Carrot, shredded
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large Mango, diced
- 1 large Avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup Roasted almonds, chopped
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the mixed greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, shredded carrot, and diced red bell pepper to the bowl.
Carefully fold in the diced mango and sliced avocado to avoid smashing them.
Sprinkle the chopped roasted almonds and crumbled feta cheese (if using) over the top.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Gently toss to combine and ensure even coating.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of Yum Yum Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.0 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2196 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.2 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 972 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 3539 mg | 75% | |
*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.
