Ingredients
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Salad Base:
- 1 small head of green cabbage (finely chopped)
- 1 large cucumber (diced)
- 3–4 green onions (chopped)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup chives (chopped, optional for extra flavor)
Green Goddess Dressing:
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chives
- 1 small clove garlic
- 1 small shallot (peeled)
- 1/2 avocado (adds creaminess without heavy fats)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Salad Base
- Start by finely chopping the cabbage, cucumber, and green onions, creating a variety of textures in the salad.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables and herbs, creating a base with the cabbage, cucumber, green onions, parsley, and basil. Mix well.
Step 2: Make the Green Goddess Dressing
- In a blender or food processor, combine the basil, parsley, chives, garlic, shallot, avocado, olive oil, rice vinegar, and lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, adding a tablespoon or two of water if needed to reach your preferred consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting for acidity and flavor as desired.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- Pour the dressing over the prepared salad base and toss until the cabbage, cucumber, and herbs are well coated.
- Transfer to a serving dish or platter, and garnish with additional herbs or a sprinkle of chopped chives, if desired.
Notes
Optional Add-Ins:
- Protein: Top with grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for added protein.
- Nuts or seeds: Sprinkle with toasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds for crunch.
- Cheese: Add a sprinkle of feta or parmesan for a richer flavor.
Serving and Storage
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- Store the dressing separately if planning to keep for multiple meals to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- This Green Goddess Salad is a great way to enjoy a wide variety of greens with a creamy, flavorful dressing that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Enjoy it as a light lunch or a side for a main meal!
- Prep Time: 20
- Category: Salad
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Salad, green, fresh, Goddess, Chopping