I make some version of this salad almost every week, and it’s so simple, I almost didn’t want to share it. But I decided maybe someone else out there needs a go-to green salad, too. The lemony dressing and crispy roasted chickpeas are what make this so special. Toss in chicken and make it lunch, add it to pizza night, or bring it to a potluck. I hope you enjoy.
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This Super Greens Salad is my go-to any time of year and a great salad for weeknight dinners and hosting! I hope you enjoy it. 😊
Recipe below ⬇️ or grab it at https://mallorythedietitian.com/super-greens-salad/
INGREDIENTS
Makes 5 servings (2 c each)
~Salad Ingredients~
• 5 oz super greens, power greens, or spring mix
• ½ English cucumber, diced
• 1 c cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ medium avocado (or 1 small)
• ¼ c pumpkin seeds, I use roasted & salted ones from Go Raw
• ¼ c shredded parmesan
• ½ c roasted chickpeas (I roast my own or use Biena snacks sea salt chickpeas)
~Dressing Ingredients~
• ¼ c lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp honey
• ½ Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ c extra virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional)
~ For Roasted Chickpeas*
*I make a whole batch and add ½ c to the salad & snack on the rest)
• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed.
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp each: garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
DIRECTIONS
1. Make the roasted chickpeas (you can do this in advance). Preheat the oven to 425℉ (220°C). Prep a baking sheet with greased parchment paper. Toss chickpeas in olive oil & seasonings. Bake 25-30 min until crispy.
2. While the chickpeas roast, make the dressing by whisking the ingredients together adding the olive oil last.
3. Add the greens, cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, pumpkin seeds & chickpeas to a large bowl.
4. Right before serving, add half the dressing & the parm. Toss & serve with remainder of the dressing on the side.
STORAGE
• Storage – store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. I suggest storing the salad ingredients separately from the dressing so the salad doesn't get soggy.
NUTRITION (per 2 cups, makes 5 servings)
nutrition information for salad w/out dressing*
👉🏼145 calories, 11g carb, 5g protein, 10g fat
*Dressing provides (per 2 Tbsp): 100 calories, 10g fat, 4g carb, 160mg sodium.
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