Nine a Day Salad
Brighten your plate and boost your nutrition with the vibrant and wholesome "Nine a Day Salad"! Packed with nine fresh fruits and vegetables, including spinach, arugula, blueberries, and creamy avocado, this salad is a powerhouse of flavor and nutrients. A tangy honey-lemon dressing ties it all together, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for a healthy lunch or a colorful side dish. Not only is it a feast for the eyes, but it’s also a delicious way to help you hit your daily veggie and fruit intake goals. Perfect for anyone seeking clean eating or plant-based meal ideas, this salad is sure to inspire healthy habits!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups spinach
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium apple
- 0.5 cup blueberries
- 1 medium avocado
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry all the vegetables and fruits to prepare for the salad.
Step 2
Place the spinach and arugula in a large salad bowl as the base.
Step 3
Peel and julienne the carrot, then thinly slice the red bell pepper. Add these to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the cucumber. Toss them into the bowl.
Step 5
Core and thinly slice the apple, and add to the salad.
Step 6
Sprinkle the blueberries evenly over the salad for a pop of sweetness.
Step 7
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and dice the flesh. Gently add the avocado to the salad.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 9
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy this colorful and wholesome ‘Nine a Day Salad’!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1168.1 grams (1168.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 957 |
| Total Fat 66.90g | 86% |
| Saturated Fat 10.10g | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 783mg | 34% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.90g | 32% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.00g | 93% |
| Total Sugars 51.10g | |
| Protein 12.30g | 25% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 243mg | 19% |
| Iron 5mg | 28% |
| Potassium 2756mg | 59% |
Source of Calories