Whole30 Crisp Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Bright, fresh, and packed with nourishing ingredients, this Whole30 Crisp Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is the ultimate go-to for a quick, healthy meal. Featuring a medley of mixed greens like romaine, spinach, and arugula paired with crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, peppery radishes, and juicy cherry tomatoes, every bite bursts with vibrant flavors and textures. The zesty lemon vinaigrette, made with fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and extra-virgin olive oil, ties the dish together with its tangy, citrus-forward notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, satisfying main course. It's a simple yet elegant recipe that celebrates clean eating without sacrificing flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, and arugula)
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 large avocado
• 4 small radishes
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 large lemon
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the mixed salad greens thoroughly under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then slice into thin half moons. Add the cucumber to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Slice into cubes and add to the salad.

Step 4

Thinly slice the radishes and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad.

Step 6

To make the lemon vinaigrette, first zest the lemon and then juice it. You should have about 3 tablespoons of juice.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.

Step 8

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(840.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	973.7

Total Fat 91.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1755.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 10.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196.8mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2278.4mg	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: 78.7%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 17.2%