Description
A quick and vibrant Whole Plant Chopped Salad packed with fresh vegetables and crunchy sunflower seeds, tossed in a light homemade dressing. Perfect for a healthy, refreshing meal or side dish ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 heart of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, chopped
- 1 small carrot, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 green onions, minced
- ½ cup chopped cauliflower florets
- ¼ red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tbsp minced celery stalk and leaves
- 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley
- 3 tbsp sunflower seeds
Dressing
- 2 tbsp favorite homemade dressing
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Chop the romaine lettuce, cucumber, carrot, green onions, cauliflower florets, red bell pepper, celery stalk and leaves, and fresh parsley into bite-sized pieces. Mince the green onions and celery finely to add flavor and texture.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, add all the chopped vegetables along with the sunflower seeds. Gently toss them together to mix evenly.
- Add dressing: Drizzle your choice of homemade dressing over the salad mixture. Toss the salad thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
- Serve immediately: For the best texture and freshness, serve the salad right away so the vegetables remain crisp and vibrant.
Notes
- Use fresh, crisp vegetables for the best texture.
- Customize the homemade dressing to your taste preferences, such as a vinaigrette or creamy dressing.
- Sunflower seeds add a crunchy texture and a boost of healthy fats.
- This salad is best served immediately to avoid sogginess.
- To vary the recipe, consider adding other raw veggies like radishes or snap peas.
