Description
The Vibrant Spring Salad with Avocado is a fresh, colorful, and nutritious dish combining crisp mixed greens, creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, and fresh herbs tossed in a zesty natural gelling agent dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a beautiful side, it offers a delightful harmony of textures and flavors that burst with spring freshness.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh mixed greens (baby spinach, arugula, and romaine)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey (natural)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Greens: Thoroughly wash and dry the mixed greens to keep the salad fresh and crisp. Tear larger leaves into bite-sized pieces, then gently place them in a large bowl.
- Slice and Dice: Peel and cube the avocado just before assembling to prevent browning. Slice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the fresh herbs.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the natural gelling agent, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey (natural), salt, and pepper to create a light and flavorful dressing that clings well to the ingredients.
- Combine and Toss: Gently toss all the salad ingredients with the dressing, making sure every leaf and slice is coated without mashing the avocado.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with extra herb sprigs or a sprinkle of crushed nuts if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados to prevent mushiness.
- Prep vegetables in advance but combine avocado and dressing just before serving.
- Keep dressing light; add more as needed.
- Enhance flavor with fresh herbs for brightness without extra calories.
- Serve chilled for best taste and refreshing quality.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: spring salad, avocado salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, gluten free salad
