Fusion Salad with Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and healthy Fusion Salad with Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette! Packed with a colorful mix of textures and flavors, this recipe combines crisp mixed greens, crunchy shredded red cabbage, and protein-packed quinoa, all beautifully balanced with the sweetness of ripe mango and the creaminess of sliced avocado. A sprinkle of toasted almonds and feta cheese adds a delightful finishing touch. What truly sets this salad apart, though, is the zesty lemon thyme vinaigrette—a tangy blend of fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and aromatic thyme that ties everything together. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nourishing and versatile dish is perfect as a light lunch or an impressive side for any meal. Healthy, quick, and incredibly delicious—give this vibrant fusion salad a try today!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
• 1 cup Shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup Cooked quinoa
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup Cucumber, diced
• 1 Mango, diced
• 1 Avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup Toasted almonds
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, shredded red cabbage, cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and diced mango. Gently toss to mix.

Step 2

Arrange the sliced avocado on top of the salad for a visually appealing presentation.

Step 3

Sprinkle the toasted almonds and crumbled feta cheese over the salad for added texture and flavor.

Step 4

To prepare the lemon thyme vinaigrette, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, chopped thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.

Step 5

Drizzle the lemon thyme vinaigrette evenly over the salad just before serving.

Step 6

Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing, taking care not to mash the avocado slices.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful Fusion Salad with Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1324.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1568.8

Total Fat 111.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 50mg	0%
Sodium 2033.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.4g	0%
Total Sugars 56.2g
Protein 34.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 629.5mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 2982.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 31.6%