Description
This Delicious Green Goddess Salad is a fresh, vibrant, and creamy vegetable salad featuring a tangy and herbaceous homemade Green Goddess dressing made with Greek yogurt, avocado, and fresh herbs. It comes together quickly in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for a healthy side dish or a light main course that’s bursting with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups finely chopped green cabbage
- 2 cups spinach, finely chopped
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh chives
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, half an avocado, fresh parsley, chives, dill, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting the seasoning as needed to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, mix together the finely chopped green cabbage, chopped spinach, diced cucumber, diced avocado, sliced green onions, and chopped fresh parsley to create a delicious and vibrant vegetable base.
- Assemble: Drizzle the freshly prepared Green Goddess dressing evenly over the salad mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables in the flavorful dressing for a harmonious taste in every bite.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light and healthy main course. Optionally, garnish with extra parsley or chives for added color and freshness.
Notes
- Substitute mayonnaise for Greek yogurt in the dressing for a richer, creamier texture.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried herbs can be used in a pinch (reduce quantity accordingly).
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to one day; toss again before serving.
- For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or chickpeas.
