Here’s a great yummy salad recipe that’s fresh, flavorful, and easy to customize:
🥗 Great Yummy Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
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Greens:
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2 cups baby spinach or mixed spring greens
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1 cup arugula (optional for a peppery kick)
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Vegetables:
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1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 cucumber, sliced
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1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
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1/2 avocado, diced
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Fruits (optional but delicious):
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1/2 apple or pear, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds
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Protein Add-ons (pick one or mix):
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1/2 cup grilled chicken, tofu, or chickpeas
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1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
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2 tbsp feta or goat cheese
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Crunch:
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2 tbsp toasted nuts or seeds (almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds)
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Croutons (optional)
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Dressing (Yummy Balsamic Honey Vinaigrette):
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp honey or maple syrup
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Whisk together until emulsified
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine the greens, veggies, and fruit.
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Add your protein and crunch.
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Drizzle with the vinaigrette just before serving.
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Toss gently to coat, and enjoy immediately.