Heart-Healthy Green Goddess Salad

Brighten your table with the Heart-Healthy Green Goddess Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh greens, crisp veggies, and creamy avocado dressing that's as nutritious as it is flavorful. Packed with superfoods like baby spinach, parsley, and basil, this salad boasts a nutrient-dense profile, making it perfect for those prioritizing heart health. Fresh romaine, zesty lemon juice, and steamed green peas add layers of texture and flavor, while sliced almonds provide a satisfying crunch. The crowning jewel is the homemade Green Goddess dressing—blended with avocado, olive oil, and a hint of garlic for a creamy, dairy-free finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this wholesome salad is a delightful, low-effort dish that’s perfect as a light meal or a colorful side.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Garlic clove
• 3 tablespoons Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds
• 0.5 cup Green peas, steamed

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and baby spinach. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl. Add the baby spinach leaves to the bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then into thin half-moons. Add the cucumber slices to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad mixture.

Step 4

In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocado, fresh parsley, fresh basil, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic clove, almond milk, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to make the Green Goddess dressing.

Step 5

Pour half of the dressing over the salad greens and toss gently to coat evenly. Reserve the remaining dressing to serve on the side or save for later.

Step 6

Add the steamed green peas and sliced almonds to the salad. Toss to incorporate.

Step 7

Serve immediately for peak freshness, with additional dressing and sliced almonds on the side for extra flavor and crunch.

Step 8

Enjoy your hearty and heart-healthy meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1720.2 grams (1720.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1195

Total Fat 91.30g	117%
Saturated Fat 11.90g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1475mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 87.50g	32%
Dietary Fiber 38.80g	139%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 32.20g	64%

Vitamin D 17IU	83%
Calcium 648mg	50%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 3919mg	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: 63.2%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 26.9%