Vegan Fresh Garden Salad with Ham

Delight in the vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness of this Vegan Fresh Garden Salad with Smoky "Ham"! This plant-based recipe takes a classic garden salad to the next level with a medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper, accented by creamy avocado and zesty red onion. The star ingredient is the smoky vegan "ham," which adds a savory, protein-packed twist to this refreshing dish. Tossed in a simple yet flavorful lemon and olive oil dressing and finished with fresh parsley, this salad is a perfect balance of bright, earthy, and smoky notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal as a light meal, a vibrant side, or the centerpiece of your next picnic or potluck. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or simply looking to explore plant-based options, this salad will become a favorite in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Smoky vegan 'ham', diced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: rinse and dry the salad greens, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and dice the avocado.

Step 2

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, avocado, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.

Step 3

Dice the smoky vegan 'ham' into small cubes and add them to the salad. This addition will bring a wonderful smoky flavor to the dish.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the ingredients are well coated in dressing.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the salad for added color and freshness.

Step 7

Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and vibrant flavors. This salad pairs excellently with a crusty bread or as a side to your main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1273.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1096.9

Total Fat 73.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2700.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303.8mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 3069.7mg	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: 59.4%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 23.5%