Green Goddess Salad with Cabbage
This green goddess salad is a crunchy and delicious blend of greens and fresh herbs and makes for the perfect side salad to get your greens in!
Servings: 4
Calories: 145.8kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cabbage savoy, chopped
- 4 cups lettuce green leaf, chopped
- ½ cucumber finely chopped
- 3 stalks green onion chopped
- ½ cup radish chopped
Dressing
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp dill fresh, chopped
- 2 tbsp chives fresh, chopped
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp jalapeno finely diced
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ avocado ripe
Toppings
- 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds
Notes
*To turn this green goddess salad into a meal you can increase the portion size to 3 cups and top it with 2 hard boiled eggs or grilled chicken breast.
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cabbage, green leaf lettuce, cucumber, green onion and radish. Toss until everything is well combined.2 cups cabbage, 4 cups lettuce, ½ cucumber, ½ cup radish, 3 stalks green onion
- Prepare the salad dressing by adding to a blender or food processor the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dill, chives dijon, jalapeño, salt, and pepper. When everything is finely minced, add the avocado and continue to blend until the dressing is smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, you can thin it out by adding a few tablespoons of water.1 lemon, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, 2 tbsp dill, 2 tbsp chives, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 3 tbsp jalapeno, ⅛ tsp salt, ½ avocado, ¼ tsp pepper
- Pour the prepared dressing on top of the salad mixture, and gently toss everything together until ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- Top with chopped pistachios and pomegranate seeds. Serve and enjoy!2 tbsp pomegranate
Cooking Tips
Add Crunch:Enhance texture by adding crunchy elements like sliced cucumbers, radishes, or jicama.Incorporate Fresh Herbs:Include a variety of fresh herbs like parsley, chives, and tarragon for a burst of flavor and added nutrients.Protein Boost:Add a protein source such as grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa to make the salad more satisfying and balanced.Colorful Vegetables:Include colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, or shredded carrots for visual appeal and added nutrients.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Green Goddess Salad with Cabbage
Amount per Serving
Calories
145.8
% Daily Value*
Fat
11.1
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
1.6
g
10
%
Sodium
117.4
mg
5
%
Potassium
475
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
12.2
g
4
%
Fiber
5.5
g
23
%
Sugar
4.5
g
5
%
Protein
2.8
g
6
%
Vitamin C
51.2
mg
62
%
Calcium
56.3
mg
6
%
Iron
1.2
mg
7
%
Magnesium
35.9
mg
9
%
Zinc
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.