Fresh Green Goddess Salad (Printable)
Crisp greens and fresh vegetables tossed in a creamy, herb-packed homemade dressing for a vibrant light meal.
# What You Need:
→ Salad Components
01 - 4 cups mixed crisp lettuce (romaine, butter, or little gem), chopped
02 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
03 - 1 cup snap peas, sliced
04 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1 avocado, diced
06 - 1/2 cup fresh herbs (parsley, chives, tarragon, basil), chopped
07 - 1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
08 - 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds
→ Green Goddess Dressing
09 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1 clove garlic, minced
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
18 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
19 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
20 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine lettuce, cucumber, snap peas, radishes, avocado, fresh herbs, and scallions in a large salad bowl. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
02 - Place Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, tarragon, parsley, chives, basil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Process until completely smooth and vibrantly green.
03 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad immediately before serving. Toss gently with salad tongs to coat all ingredients evenly. Garnish with toasted sunflower seeds and serve promptly.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The dressing keeps for five days in the fridge and actually tastes better on day two
- Crisp vegetables meet luxurious creaminess without feeling heavy
02 -
- The dressing thickens as it sits, so thin it with a teaspoon of water if needed before serving
- Snap peas are best raw, but if they seem tough, blanch them for 30 seconds in boiling water
03 -
- Toast your sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, shaking constantly until fragrant
- Make extra dressing and use it as a dip for raw vegetables or a sauce for grilled fish