The Salad

Bright, fresh, and brimming with vibrant flavors, "The Salad" is a wholesome medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper, accented by creamy avocado and crumbly feta cheese. This nutrient-packed dish is elevated with a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette, featuring a touch of honey and Dijon mustard for the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Toasted sunflower seeds add a delightful nutty crunch, making every bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this refreshing salad is perfect as a light lunch, dinner side, or stunning centerpiece for your next gathering. Healthy, easy, and utterly delicious, "The Salad" is the ultimate go-to recipe for effortless flavor and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, and kale)
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced thinly
• 0.25 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Avocado, diced
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sunflower seeds
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad serving bowl.

Step 2

Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and red onion. Add all vegetables to the bowl with the greens.

Step 3

Dice the avocado just before serving to prevent browning and gently add it to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Sprinkle the feta cheese and toasted sunflower seeds over the top of the salad.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1280.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1323.7

Total Fat 107.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 2663.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.1g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 891.4mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 3132.6mg	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: 68.6%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 21.0%