Description
A collection of vibrant and nutritious side salads that perfectly complement any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Mixed Greens (Use a combination of spinach, arugula, and kale for variety.)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved for easy eating.)
- 1 medium Cucumber (Diced or sliced, based on preference.)
- 1/4 medium Red Onion (Thinly sliced.)
- 1 medium Bell Pepper (Any color, diced.)
- 1 medium Avocado (Diced for creaminess.)
- 1/3 cup Feta Cheese (Crumbled, optional.)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra virgin for flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed for brightness.)
- to taste Salt (Enhances flavor.)
- to taste Black Pepper (Freshly cracked for spice.)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Add diced avocado and crumbled feta cheese if using.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite protein, like grilled chicken or chickpeas, to make it a complete meal.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
Keywords: healthy side salads, nutritious salads, fresh salads, easy salad recipes