Vegan Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and satisfying Vegan Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing—a fresh and wholesome masterpiece brimming with color and flavor! This recipe features a medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, grated carrots, and zesty radishes, complemented by protein-packed chickpeas and a sprinkle of fresh parsley and dill. The star is the creamy, homemade vegan ranch dressing, crafted from soaked cashews, almond milk, and a blend of savory seasonings, delivering a velvety richness without any dairy. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this salad is the perfect choice for a quick, healthy lunch or a flavorful side dish. Gluten-free, plant-based, and bursting with nutrients, it’s a delicious way to embrace the fresh flavors of the garden!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, and arugula)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 large Carrot, peeled and grated
• 4 medium Radishes, thinly sliced
• 2 Green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 cup Canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup Raw cashews, soaked for at least 2 hours
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegan ranch dressing. Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with unsweetened almond milk, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 2

Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add a little water to achieve the desired consistency. Adjust the seasonings if necessary, then transfer the dressing to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 3

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red bell pepper, grated carrot, sliced radishes, and chickpeas.

Step 4

Add the chopped green onions, fresh parsley, and fresh dill to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 6

Just before serving, drizzle the chilled vegan ranch dressing over the salad, or serve the dressing on the side for individual preferences.

Step 7

Serve the salad fresh and enjoy the vibrant flavors of the garden with the creamy ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1776.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1459.2

Total Fat 74.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1977.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.0g
Protein 57.4g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 1016.4mg	0%
Iron 24.5mg	0%
Potassium 4598.9mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 41.5%