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Fresh and Vibrant Green Goddess Salad Recipe

A refreshing salad packed with vibrant greens and a creamy, herbaceous dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed greens such as arugula, spinach, and romaine
  • 1 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado ripe sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
Green Goddess Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, parsley, chives, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added protein, consider topping the salad with grilled chicken or chickpeas.

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