Description
A vibrant and refreshing garden salad featuring creamy avocado, crisp mixed greens, and a bright vinaigrette made with fresh parsley and mint.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 2 ripe avocados, cubed
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and spin-dry the mixed greens to ensure they are completely dry.
- Slice the cucumber into half-moons and shred the carrots.
- Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves.
- Dice the ripe avocados into bite-sized cubes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Place greens, cucumber, carrots, and herbs in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle half of the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently with tongs.
- Add the avocado cubes and fold them in gently with a spoon to avoid mashing.
- Finish with the remaining dressing and a final pinch of salt if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: American