Description
A simple, fresh, and vibrant green salad featuring soft butter lettuce, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and crunchy roasted tamari almonds. Tossed with a tangy lemon vinaigrette and topped with shaved Parmesan, pepitas, and microgreens, this salad is perfect as a light side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 small heads of soft lettuce (butter lettuce or similar)
- 1 Persian cucumber (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons pepitas
- 1 avocado (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup microgreens
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Lemon Vinaigrette
- Lemon Vinaigrette (half recipe)
Roasted Almonds
- ½ cup raw almonds
- ½ tablespoon tamari
Instructions
- Roast the almonds: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the raw almonds on the sheet and toss them with the tamari to evenly coat. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until the almonds develop a nice browned color. Once roasted, remove from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, toss the butter lettuce with a few spoonfuls of the lemon vinaigrette to lightly dress the leaves. Add the thinly sliced Persian cucumber, shaved Parmesan cheese, pepitas, sliced avocado, and roasted tamari almonds. Drizzle additional lemon vinaigrette over the top as desired and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Finish and serve: Top the salad with fresh microgreens for a bright, fresh finish. Season with flaky sea salt to taste if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- This simple green salad is light, refreshing, and delicious, making it an ideal side dish that pairs well with nearly any main course.
- Use butter lettuce or any soft leafy green for best texture and flavor.
- Roasting the almonds with tamari adds a savory crunch and depth of flavor.
- Adjust lemon vinaigrette quantity to taste depending on your preference for acidity and dressing coverage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
