So, you think you like greens? Prove it!
This crisp and creamy Super Greens Salad is here to challenge your tastebuds, in the best way. Bursting with crunch from fresh English cucumbers and broccoli, balanced with the tart-sweet bite of Granny Smith apples, and finished with a creamy lime-zested dressing, this salad is as refreshing as it is satisfying. It’s the kind of green-filled dish that makes you forget you’re eating your veggies. Bonus: the handfuls of mint and chives bring brightness to every bite, while the pumpkin seeds add that perfect savory crunch. If you’re looking for a salad that feels like a meal (and doesn’t skimp on flavor), this is the one.
Ingredients
Salad:
- 3 English cucumbers, chopped
- 1 head of broccoli, chopped
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1 ½ Granny Smith apples, chopped
- Handful of fresh mint, chopped
- Handful of fresh chives, chopped
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds
Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients.
4. Toss the salad with half the dressing until evenly coated.
5. Serve immediately with the remaining dressing on the side.
Recipe for Joyfully Grown™ by Valerie Musser of @whosagoodlizard
