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Revitalize Your Day: Green Goddess Salad for Ultimate Wellness– Looking to revitalize your health and wellness routine? Dive into the goodness of our Green Goddess Salad! Packed with vibrant, nutrient-rich ingredients, this recipe offers a myriad of benefits to support your overall well-being.
Crafted with an array of leafy greens, such as kale, spinach, and arugula, our Green Goddess Salad provides a generous dose of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These powerhouse greens promote optimal digestion, boost immunity, and contribute to glowing skin and hair.
But that’s not all – our salad features an assortment of colorful vegetables, including crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, and creamy avocado slices. These veggies are bursting with fiber, promoting satiety and aiding in weight management while providing a wide range of nutrients to fuel your body and keep you energized throughout the day.
To elevate both flavor and nutrition, we’ve added protein-rich ingredients like chickpeas, quinoa, and toasted nuts or seeds. These plant-based proteins help to support muscle growth and repair, keep you feeling full, and stabilize blood sugar levels.
But what truly sets our Green Goddess Salad apart is the homemade dressing – a zesty blend of fresh herbs, tangy citrus, and healthy fats. This dressing not only enhances the taste of the salad but also delivers a potent dose of anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.
Gluten-Free, Vegan, Serves 6
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Green Goddess Dressing:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, chopped kale, diced avocado, cooked quinoa, chopped cucumber, chopped bell pepper, chopped red onion, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh cilantro, chopped fresh basil, and chopped fresh dill. Toss everything together until well combined. Combine the ripe avocado, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, chopped chives, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and water in a blender or food processor.
Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water as needed to reach your desired consistency—season with salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle the Green Goddess Dressing over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated. Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top for added crunch. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Incorporating our Green Goddess Salad into your diet will nourish your body from the inside out, promoting long-term health and vitality. So why wait? Whip up a bowl of this nutrient-packed goodness today and embark on a journey towards a happier, healthier you! Check out our online programs for even more recipes designed with you in mind.