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Hearty Salad

A nutritious and filling salad packed with fresh vegetables, proteins, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed greens such as spinach, arugula, and romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
Protein Add-ins
  • 1 cup chickpeas cooked and drained
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and shredded carrots.
  2. Add the chickpeas and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  2. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or proteins.

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