Description
A vibrant, refreshing salad with creamy avocado dressing, crisp veggies, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for a quick healthy lunch or side dish, this versatile recipe offers bright flavors and easy preparation.
Ingredients
2 ripe avocados
1 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, basil, chives, tarragon)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
1 small garlic clove, minced
4 cups mixed greens
1/2 cucumber, sliced
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 bell pepper, diced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Blend avocados, herbs, lemon juice, garlic, and half the yogurt/mayo until smooth
Season dressing with salt and pepper to taste
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber, celery, bell pepper, and green onions
Toss greens with prepared dressing
Top with remaining avocado wedges and herbs for freshness
Notes
Dressing can be refrigerated up to 3 days
Add grilled chicken or tofu for a protein-rich main dish
For extra crunch, include cherry tomatoes or radishes
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg