Everything Salad

Experience a burst of vibrant flavors and hearty textures with the "Everything Salad" – a true celebration of wholesome, nourishing ingredients all in one bowl! This quick and easy recipe combines crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber with a medley of colorful toppings like shredded carrots, creamy avocado, sweet apple slices, and optional protein-packed chicken or hard-boiled eggs. A sprinkle of tangy feta cheese, nutty almonds, sunflower seeds, and chewy dried cranberries adds layers of texture, while a zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard ties it all together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes, this customizable salad is perfect for a light lunch, a hearty main, or a crowd-pleasing side dish. Whether you're craving fresh vegetables, protein, or a touch of sweetness, this "Everything Salad" truly lives up to its name.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, kale)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 carrot, shredded
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 apple, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (optional)
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup almonds, sliced or chopped
• 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries or raisins
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prep all ingredients: rinse the salad greens, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado, shred the carrot, thinly slice the apple, and shred or dice the cooked chicken breast (if using).

Step 2

Arrange the mixed salad greens as a base in a large salad bowl or platter.

Step 3

Evenly distribute the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, shredded carrot, avocado, apple slices, chicken (if using), and sliced hard-boiled eggs over the greens.

Step 4

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese, almonds, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries over the top for added texture and flavor.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad or serve it on the side for individual customization.

Step 7

Toss the salad gently before serving, ensuring all ingredients are well distributed.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant and flavor-packed 'Everything Salad'!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1653.8 grams (1653.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2481

Total Fat 162.00g	208%
Saturated Fat 51.20g	256%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.90g
Cholesterol 775mg	258%
Sodium 4295mg	187%
Total Carbohydrate 126.80g	46%
Dietary Fiber 31.70g	113%
Total Sugars 72.50g
Protein 139.80g	280%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 1606mg	124%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 3885mg	83%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 20.1%