Heart-Healthy Fresh Spring Salad

Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly wholesome, our Heart-Healthy Fresh Spring Salad is the perfect way to celebrate the vibrant flavors of the season. Packed with nutrient-rich mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and peppery radishes, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Creamy avocado and crunchy walnuts add satisfying texture and healthy fats, while a zesty homemade lemon-honey dressing ties everything together with a hint of sweetness. Finished with a sprinkle of fragrant fresh dill, this quick and easy salad comes together in just 20 minutes and is ideal as a light lunch, appetizer, or side dish. Loaded with heart-healthy ingredients and bursting with springtime freshness, this salad is sure to become a go-to recipe for nourishing and delicious meals. Perfect for anyone seeking a vibrant and nutritious addition to their menu, this colorful creation makes eating healthy feel indulgent!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 4 small radishes
• 1 large avocado
• 0.25 small red onion
• 0.25 cup walnuts
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing the mixed salad greens under cold water. Shake off excess water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad greens.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and then slice it into thin half-moons. Add these to the bowl.

Step 4

Trim the ends off the radishes, then slice them thinly. Add the radish slices to the salad.

Step 5

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Slice the avocado thinly and gently incorporate the slices into the salad.

Step 6

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl along with the roughly chopped walnuts.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine. Be sure to coat all the ingredients well with the dressing.

Step 9

Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the salad for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy fresh spring salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	857.7 grams (857.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	891

Total Fat 77.10g	99%
Saturated Fat 10.00g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1665mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 52.00g	19%
Dietary Fiber 21.20g	76%
Total Sugars 20.80g
Protein 14.30g	29%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 185mg	14%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2322mg	49%

*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: 72.3%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 21.7%