Glowing Green Salad (Printable)

Vibrant mix of crisp greens and hydrating vegetables with zesty vinaigrette for a healthy boost.

# What You Need:

→ Greens

01 - 6 cups mixed baby greens (spinach, arugula, kale, or romaine)

→ Hydrating Vegetables

02 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup celery, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup green bell pepper, julienned
05 - 1 cup zucchini, thinly sliced
06 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Vinaigrette

07 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Add-ins

13 - 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, and parsley.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
03 - Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle with pumpkin or sunflower seeds if desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes, no cooking required, which means lunch on even the busiest days.
  • The vegetables stay crisp hours after you make it, so meal prep actually works without the sad soggy aftermath.
  • It tastes clean and energizing without making you feel like you're punishing yourself with rabbit food.
02 -
  • Wet greens will dilute your dressing and create a sad puddle at the bottom of the bowl, so pat everything dry with a kitchen towel before you start.
  • If you make this even two hours ahead, dress it just before serving—the vegetables will release their water and soften, which defeats the whole crisp, glowing purpose.
03 -
  • Keep your salad bowl in the refrigerator while you prep—a cold bowl keeps the vegetables crisp and the whole experience more refreshing.
  • If you're serving this as a side dish, make the dressing in a small jar and let guests dress their own portion; it gives them control and keeps leftovers from getting soggy.
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