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The Greenest Chopped Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and nutrient-packed green chopped salad featuring a variety of fresh green fruits and vegetables, tossed in a zesty homemade lemon Dijon dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch or side dish, this salad bursts with textures and flavors from crunchy pistachios to creamy avocado.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 6 cups chopped greens, your favorite kind
  • 1 green apple, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup green grapes, cut in half
  • 1/2 cup pistachios, roughly chopped

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, your favorite kind
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: Place all dressing ingredients including olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, maple syrup, fresh herbs, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper into a jar. Whisk or shake vigorously until fully combined and emulsified. Set the dressing aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, add the chopped greens as the base. Top with chopped green apple, cucumber, shelled edamame, sliced green onion, diced avocado, broccoli florets, green grapes, and roughly chopped pistachios. Drizzle the desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated. Alternatively, dress individual bowls when serving to keep ingredients fresh and crisp.

Notes

  • Use fresh, crisp greens like romaine, spinach, arugula, or kale for best results.
  • Adjust the amount of dressing to your preference for a lighter or more flavorful salad.
  • For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or tofu.
  • Fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or basil can be used based on your taste.
  • Keep avocado and grapes fresh by adding them just before serving to prevent browning.

Keywords: green salad, chopped salad, healthy salad, avocado salad, vegetarian salad, lemon dressing, fresh herbs, pistachios, green apple salad

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