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A colorful, fresh make-ahead salad in a glass jar, ideal for meal prep.

Easy Make-Ahead Salad

This adaptable Easy Make-Ahead Salad is perfect for meal prep, combining fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing to create a vibrant dish that stays fresh all week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, or lettuce)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color works!)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or your choice of protein)
  • 1 medium avocado, diced (add just before serving for freshness)
  • ½ cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled (optional) Skip for a vegan option
Dressing Ingredients
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup Use maple syrup for a vegan option
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the mixed greens thoroughly and combine them in a large bowl with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and shredded carrots.
  2. Add the drained chickpeas, which provide creaminess and help keep you full.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Combine
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad mix and gently toss it all together.
Storage
  1. Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge. Add the diced avocado just before serving for optimal freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added crunch, consider swapping chickpeas with grilled chicken, shrimp, or even roasted nuts. Fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley can elevate the flavor. This salad can be layered with dressing at the bottom and greens on top for meal prep.

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