Pick and Mix Salad

Bright, colorful, and endlessly customizable, the Pick and Mix Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any mealtime. Packed with fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients like mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy avocado, this vibrant salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Optional toppings such as grilled chicken, crumbled feta, or a sprinkle of sunflower seeds let you tailor it to your tastes, making it perfect for a light lunch, a hearty side, or even a main course. A zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard ties everything together with a tangy-sweet flavor that’s irresistibly fresh. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving up to four, this quick and easy salad is as versatile as it is delicious—perfect for health-conscious eaters and busy schedules alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, kale, or lettuce)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 1 whole red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 1 whole grilled chicken breast, sliced (optional)
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 0.25 cup sunflower seeds or sliced almonds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the salad greens, then place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, dice the red bell pepper, and shred the carrot. Add these to the bowl.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and dice the avocado. Add them to the salad.

Step 4

For protein, you can add grilled chicken breast slices and/or sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad (optional).

Step 5

If desired, top the salad with sunflower seeds or sliced almonds for added crunch.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately in individual bowls or on a platter. Enjoy your fresh Pick and Mix Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1347.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1322.6

Total Fat 91.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 191.8mg	0%
Sodium 2839.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.1g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 62.1g	0%

Vitamin D 5IU	0%
Calcium 848.7mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 3205.7mg	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: 60.3%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 21.5%