Green Goddess Salad
This green goddess salad is fresh, creamy, and full of vibrant flavor. Crisp greens and crunchy vegetables are tossed in a rich herby dressing, making it a refreshing and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- * 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- * 2 cups cabbage shredded
- * 1 cucumber diced
- * 1 cup broccoli finely chopped
- * ½ cup green onions sliced
- * ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- * ¼ cup fresh basil
- * ¼ cup fresh parsley
- * 2 tablespoons chives
- * 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- * 1 tablespoon olive oil
- * 1 clove garlic
- * 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- * Salt and pepper to taste
- * Optional: avocado nuts, seeds, protein (chicken, tofu, chickpeas)
Instructions
- Wash, dry, and finely chop all vegetables.
- Add lettuce, cabbage, cucumber, broccoli, and green onions to a large bowl.
- In a blender, combine mayonnaise or yogurt, basil, parsley, chives, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour dressing over the salad.
- Toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
- Add optional toppings if desired.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Let sit for a few minutes, then serve.
Notes
- Dry vegetables well to prevent a watery salad.
- Add dressing gradually to avoid overdressing.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Adjust consistency with water or lemon juice if needed.