Tidbit Raw Vegetable Salad with Toasted Seeds

Brighten your table with the vibrant and nutrient-packed Tidbit Raw Vegetable Salad with Toasted Seeds—a delicious medley of garden-fresh carrots, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, peppery radishes, and sweet red bell peppers, all nestled on a bed of tender baby spinach. This refreshing salad is elevated with a sprinkle of crunchy toasted sunflower and pumpkin seeds, adding a nutty depth of flavor and an irresistible texture. Tossed in a light homemade dressing of olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey, this salad is as healthy as it is flavorful. Perfect as a standalone dish or a colorful side, it’s ready in just 25 minutes and brimming with antioxidants, vitamins, and natural crunch. Enjoy this delightful raw vegetable salad for a wholesome lunch or as a refreshing addition to any dinner spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Carrot
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 12 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 6 pieces Radishes
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons Pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry all vegetables.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and use a grater to shred them into thin strips.

Step 3

Slice the cucumber into thin half-moons.

Step 4

Core the red bell pepper and cut it into thin strips.

Step 5

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 6

Slice the radishes thinly, preferably with a mandoline for uniformity.

Step 7

Place all vegetables, including the baby spinach, in a large salad bowl.

Step 8

In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once fragrant and lightly browned, remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.

Step 11

Sprinkle the toasted seeds over the salad as a garnish.

Step 12

Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes before serving for a crisper texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1053.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	691.3

Total Fat 46.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1911.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 16.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 227.2mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 2038.1mg	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: 57.7%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 33.0%