Description

This Green Goddess Salad is fresh, vibrant, and packed with crunchy vegetables tossed in a creamy herb dressing. Bright herbs, lemon juice, and Parmesan create a refreshing and flavorful salad perfect for lunch or a healthy side dish.

Ingredients

1 small green cabbage, finely chopped

1 large cucumber, diced

1/2 cup chives, chopped

1/4 cup green onions, sliced

1 cup spinach

1/2 cup fresh basil

1/2 cup fresh parsley

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 clove garlic

1/4 cup walnuts or cashews

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Finely chop the cabbage, cucumber, chives, and green onions, then place them into a large mixing bowl.
Add the spinach, basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, rice vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, nuts, salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor.
Blend the dressing until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables.
Toss thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated.
Let the salad rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving for the flavors to blend.

Notes

Add avocado for extra creaminess and richness.

For added protein, mix in grilled chicken, chickpeas, or crispy tofu.

Swap Parmesan cheese with feta cheese for a tangier flavor.

Add sunflower seeds or sliced almonds for extra crunch.

For a vegan version, replace Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

For best texture, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve if making ahead.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg