Whole30 Creamy Avocado Garden Salad

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly creamy, this Whole30 Creamy Avocado Garden Salad is the ultimate healthy side dish or light meal. Packed with vibrant vegetables like crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red bell pepper, this salad gets its luxurious texture from a homemade avocado dressing made with ripe avocados, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a perfect choice for anyone following a Whole30 lifestyle or seeking a gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly option. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an herby finish, this salad is a gorgeous blend of flavors and nutrients that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing. Serve it as a refreshing starter or pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large avocado
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 large cucumber
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the creamy avocado dressing. Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop the flesh into a blender.

Step 2

Add the lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, peeled garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 3

Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the dressing is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference. Add them to the bowl with the greens.

Step 6

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad.

Step 7

Thinly slice the red onion and the red bell pepper. Add both to the salad bowl.

Step 8

Chop the fresh cilantro roughly and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 9

Drizzle the creamy avocado dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss everything gently to ensure the greens and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 10

Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1608.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1121.3

Total Fat 88.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1338.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 19.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 272.8mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 4322.7mg	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: 65.3%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 28.3%