Heart-Healthy Fresh Herb Salad
Dive into the crisp, vibrant world of our Heart-Healthy Fresh Herb Salad—a refreshing medley of nutrient-packed baby greens, aromatic fresh herbs, and colorful vegetables designed to nourish your body and delight your taste buds. Featuring a hearty handful of spinach, arugula, kale, and fresh herbs like basil, mint, and parsley, this salad bursts with flavor and health benefits. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts add layers of texture and heart-friendly fats. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing and ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is a perfect choice for a quick, wholesome meal or an elegant side dish. Enjoy the clean, herbal essence of this easy-to-make recipe that’s as good for your heart as it is satisfying.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed baby greens (such as spinach, arugula, and kale)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and pat dry the mixed baby greens, basil, mint, and parsley leaves. Gently tear the herb leaves into smaller pieces if they are large, and place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and sliced avocado to the bowl with the greens and herbs.
Step 3
In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well to emulsify the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top of the salad for a heart-healthy crunch.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, herb-packed salad that supports heart health.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (976.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1225.1 |
| Total Fat 107.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1305.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.1g | |
| Protein 28.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 821.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 25.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3600.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories