Description
This Ultimate Weight Loss Salad Recipe is a vibrant, nutrient-dense dish packed with mixed leafy greens, fresh vegetables, quinoa or chickpeas for protein, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, low-calorie, gluten-free, and vegan meal option that supports weight loss and overall wellness.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed leafy greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ avocado, diced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup cooked quinoa or chickpeas
- 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
Dressing
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the mixed leafy greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, diced avocado, shredded carrots, and cooked quinoa or chickpeas. Sprinkle the sunflower or pumpkin seeds evenly over the top.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well blended to create a bright, flavorful dressing.
- Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors and crisp texture for the best experience.
Notes
- For added protein, top with grilled chicken, tofu, or a boiled egg.
- Swap lemon juice with apple cider vinegar for a different tangy flavor.
- This salad is rich in fiber, healthy fats, and essential nutrients while remaining low in calories.
