Simple, Fresh and Healthy Garden Salad
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5
Simple, Fresh and Healthy Garden Salad
Description
Simple, Fresh and Healthy Garden Salad centers on fresh, raw vegetables including heirloom tomatoes, green peppers, celery stalks with leaves, sliced cucumber, and sweet onions. These ingredients are combined in their natural crisp state to preserve texture and freshness. The salad dressing is minimal, comprising extra virgin olive oil, wine vinegar, and a small amount of kosher salt. The olive oil provides a smooth mouthfeel, while the vinegar adds gentle acidity to complement the vegetables. The salt finishes by pulling out the depth of their natural flavors.
The preparation involves mixing all the ingredients gently to distribute the dressing evenly without losing texture. The result is a garden salad that presents clean, bright notes from the fresh vegetables and a balanced tangy and savory dressing. The fresh crunch on each bite contributes to the salad’s appeal and good hydration from the vegetables.
This salad works well as a light side dish to accompany a main course or as a healthy snack. The simplicity and freshness allow it to pair well with other dishes without overwhelming the palate. It benefits from the use of quality, organic vegetables to maintain full flavor and textural integrity.
Ingredients
- 2 large tomato I like heirloom varieties sliced, organic
- 1 green pepper (or red peppers, organic, cut into squares or slices)
- 2 talks celery (organic with leaves, chopped)
- 1 small cucumber (organic, sliced)
- 1 small onion (organic, preferably sweet, sliced- green onions are also good)
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ⅛ tsp kosher salt (or sea salt, a pinch)
- 1 Tbsp wine vinegar (or more)
Instructions
- Place all the vegetables into a serving bowl.
- Add the oil, vinegar and salt to taste.
- Mix well, and don't omit the salt as it brings out all the flavors of the vegetables, which you'll miss without it!
Notes
- Use fresh, organic vegetables when possible to maximize flavor and texture.
- Don’t skip the salt as it enhances the natural tastes of the vegetables.
- Adjust the vinegar amount to taste for brightness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 261kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Sodium | 192mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 801mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1973IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 79mg | 88% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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