Super Veggie Salad with Creamy Almond Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Super Veggie Salad with Creamy Almond Dressing! Perfect for a quick and wholesome lunch or a fresh side dish, this recipe combines crisp mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded carrot, red bell pepper, and radishes for a colorful medley of flavors and textures. Topped with roasted almonds and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad delivers an irresistible crunch. The real star, however, is the homemade creamy almond dressing, blending almond butter, zesty lemon juice, a hint of maple syrup, and garlic for a luscious, dairy-free drizzle that's both savory and subtly sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with plant-based goodness, this salad is a delicious way to fuel your day. Whether you’re looking for a vegan main dish or a healthy side, this recipe is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 medium radishes, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons almonds, unsalted and roasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons almond butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large serving bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrot, red bell pepper, and radishes.
Step 2
Sprinkle the roasted almonds and chopped parsley over the salad for added crunch and flavor.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the almond butter, lemon juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, water, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Adjust the water quantity if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
Step 4
Drizzle the creamy almond dressing over the salad just before serving, or serve it on the side for individual portions.
Step 5
Lightly toss the salad to coat evenly with the dressing if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1157.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 692.8 |
| Total Fat 36.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1373.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 75.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.8g | |
| Protein 25.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 531.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3191.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories