Description
A vibrant Green Goddess Salad featuring a crisp mix of green cabbage, romaine lettuce, cucumber, green onions, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a creamy, herbaceous homemade Green Goddess dressing. This salad is ideal as a healthy side dish or a light, refreshing lunch, suitable for meal prep and special diets like vegetarian and gluten free.
Ingredients
Salad
- 3 cups green cabbage, finely chopped
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
- ¼ cup roasted sunflower seeds
Green Goddess Dressing
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tbsp fresh basil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the finely chopped green cabbage, chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, sliced green onions, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh chives, and roasted sunflower seeds carefully to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: Place the plain Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic clove, fresh basil, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper into a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all the herbs and garlic are fully incorporated.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the freshly blended Green Goddess dressing over the salad mixture. Use salad tongs or two large spoons to toss the salad thoroughly, making sure every component is well coated with the creamy dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy optimal freshness and crunch, or chill it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes if you prefer it cooler and slightly melded.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Store the dressing separately if preparing the salad ahead to keep it fresh and prevent sogginess.
- Use roasted sunflower seeds for added texture and a nutty flavor; substitute with toasted pumpkin seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
