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Nutrient-Rich Health Salad

A vibrant, nutrient-dense salad featuring fresh mixed greens, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and crunchy toasted almonds, all dressed in a bright lemon vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Green Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed greens spinach, arugula, kale, or lettuce blend
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced
  • 1/3 cup toasted almonds roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup lemon vinaigrette
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs parsley or basil, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas or cooked quinoa for extra protein

Equipment

  • Large salad bowl
  • Salad servers or large spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Salad spinner (optional)

Method
 

  1. Wash all produce thoroughly. Pat the mixed greens dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner.
  2. In a large salad bowl, add your mixed greens as the base.
  3. Slice cherry tomatoes in half and add to the bowl.
  4. Dice cucumber into bite-sized pieces and add to the greens and tomatoes.
  5. Just before serving, slice the avocado and add to the salad.
  6. Drizzle your lemon vinaigrette over the salad.
  7. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top.
  8. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Gently toss all ingredients together, being careful not to crush the avocado.
  10. Serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.

Notes

  • For maximum flavor, allow tomatoes to come to room temperature before adding to the salad.
  • Toast almonds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant for enhanced flavor.
  • To prevent avocado browning, squeeze a bit of lemon juice directly on the slices.
  • This salad is best enjoyed immediately after preparation.