Description
This health salad recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a nutrient-packed meal that is fresh, flavorful, and balanced. Made with crunchy vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and whole grains, this salad is ideal for weight management, gut health, and energy. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a side dish, or a satisfying dinner, this salad will keep you full and nourished. It’s also highly customizable—add grilled chicken, tofu, or legumes to make it your own. Ready in minutes, this is your go-to healthy salad recipe!
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onions
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts (or almonds)
- ½ cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice)
- 1 cup grilled chicken breast, diced (optional for added protein)
- 1 avocado, diced
Dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, onions, parsley, walnuts, quinoa, and grilled chicken (if using).
- Add the Avocado: Gently fold in the diced avocado without mashing it.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything lightly to coat.
- Serve Immediately: Divide into serving bowls and enjoy fresh!
Notes
For extra flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the dressing to blend with the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per 100g
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 10 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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