Source: Nadezhda Koval, AdobeStockThe start of fresh greens season is a real celebration for lovers of light salads. And green salads are considered the healthiest – they contain many essential vitamins and very few calories. Take note of our 20 excellent recipes!
1. Green Salad with Avocado and Lamb's Lettuce
Source: pinterest.comWe recommend sprinkling it with freshly ground mixed peppers.
You will need: 1 avocado, 2 cucumbers, 1 lemon, 150 g lamb's lettuce, 2 tbsp olive oil.
Preparation: Squeeze the juice from the lemon, zest it, and mix everything with olive oil. Thinly slice the avocado and cucumbers, mix them with the lamb's lettuce, and pour the dressing over the salad.
2. Green Salad with Peas
Source: de-fragrance.ruIt's best to use young, fresh peas, but canned will also work.
You will need: 3 cucumbers, 3 eggs, 1/2 cup green peas, 1 clove garlic, 2 handfuls salad leaves, 1 bunch herbs, 4 tbsp yogurt, spices.
Preparation: Hard-boil the eggs and let them cool. Roughly chop all ingredients and finely chop the herbs. Dress the salad with yogurt, spices, and garlic.
3. Green Salad with Apples
Source: gastronom.ruOf course, it's best to use green apples.
You will need: 200 g salad mix, 300 g apples, 1/2 lemon, 2 tsp grainy mustard, 1 tsp honey, 3 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Mix oil, honey, mustard, and spices. Thinly slice the apples and immediately mix them with lemon juice and spices. Add the salad mix, toss, and pour the dressing over the salad.
4. Green Salad with Beet Greens
Source: pinterest.comNot only the root vegetables themselves, but also beet greens are an excellent ingredient for salads.
You will need: 1 bunch beet greens, 1 bunch green onions, 1 bunch herbs, 1 cucumber, 1 green bell pepper, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Thinly slice the cucumber and bell pepper. Wash, dry, and roughly chop all the greens. For the dressing, mix oil, vinegar, and spices.
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5. Green Salad with Garlic Scapes
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA delightful seasonal dish that can only be enjoyed in summer.
You will need: 1 bunch garlic scapes, 50 g green peas, 50 g salad mix, 1 egg, 1 bunch herbs, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Hard-boil the egg and roughly chop all ingredients. Dress the salad with oil and spices to taste.
6. Green Salad with Cauliflower and Carrot Greens
Source: dzen.ruAn original green salad recipe for healthy eating enthusiasts.
You will need: 1 bunch carrot greens, 100 g salad mix, 2 cucumbers, 200 g cauliflower, 1 tbsp pumpkin seed oil, 2 tsp lemon juice.
Preparation: Finely chop the carrot greens, mix them with salt, lemon juice, and pumpkin seed oil, and let sit for 5 minutes. Break the cauliflower into very small florets, roughly chop the remaining ingredients, and mix the salad.
7. Green Salad with Chuka Seaweed
Source: pinterest.comSprinkle the finished salad with sesame seeds to make it even healthier.
You will need: 1 avocado, 1 cucumber, 150 g chuka seaweed, 1 clove garlic, 6 sprigs cilantro, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1 lemon, 150 g iceberg lettuce.
Preparation: Blend half an avocado, garlic, cilantro, oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and spices to taste. Roughly chop the remaining ingredients, mix the salad, and pour this dressing over it.
8. Green Salad with Radish Greens
Source: magadanpravda.ruMany people still mistakenly throw away all the greens, and quite unnecessarily.
You will need: 4 radishes with greens, 5 g green onions, 5 g herbs, 100 g arugula, 1 cucumber, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Slice the radishes and cucumber into rounds. Chop the greens and all herbs, mix the salad, and dress it with olive oil and spices.
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9. Green Salad with Zucchini
Source: ok.ruYou need young zucchini or courgettes with thin skin.
You will need: 3 zucchini, 2 avocados, 120 g salad greens, 3 sprigs tarragon, 1/2 lemon, spices, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 tbsp nut oil.
Preparation: Mix nut oil, a spoonful of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and spices. Thinly slice the zucchini and avocado, and drizzle them with the remaining lemon juice. Finely chop all the greens, mix the salad, and pour the dressing over it.
10. Green Salad with Kiwi
Source: pinterest.comThe salad is especially delicious if you use soft goat cheese.
You will need: 3 kiwis, 1 bunch lettuce, 5 g sesame seeds, 150 g soft cheese, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp each lemon juice and honey, spices.
Preparation: Mix oil, lemon juice, honey, and spices. Thinly slice the kiwis, tear the lettuce by hand, and crumble the cheese. Arrange the salad on plates, pour the dressing over it, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
11. Green Salad with Broccoli
Source: pinterest.comTo prevent broccoli from yellowing, pour cold water over the florets after cooking.
You will need: 1 head broccoli, 2 eggs, 100 g spinach, 150 g green peas, 2 avocados, 1/2 lime, 1 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Mix oil, lime juice, and spices. Break the broccoli into florets and parboil them for 4-5 minutes in boiling water. Hard-boil the eggs and roughly chop them. Dice the avocado, mix all salad ingredients, and pour the dressing over it.
12. Green Salad with Spinach and Suluguni
Source: zdorovue.ruInstead of sour cream, you can also use yogurt for the salad dressing.
You will need: 250 g spinach, 3 eggs, 200 g suluguni cheese, 100 g sour cream, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Hard-boil the eggs and chop them. Finely chop the suluguni, tear the spinach leaves, and mix the salad. For the dressing, mix sour cream, mustard, and lemon juice with spices.
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13. Green Salad with Sorrel and Potatoes
Source: pinterest.comYou don't need to peel young potatoes, just wash them thoroughly.
You will need: 100 g sorrel, 3 young potatoes, 3 eggs, 50 g green onions, 1 bunch herbs, 2 tbsp each mayonnaise and sour cream, 1 tsp mustard, spices.
Preparation: Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, and spices. Boil potatoes and eggs, and dice everything. Finely chop the sorrel and all herbs. Toss the salad with the dressing.
14. Green Salad with Nettle
Source: multiurok.ruThe best example of a green salad – not only delicious but also very rich in vitamins.
You will need: 1 bunch nettle, 3 green onion stalks, 3 sprigs parsley, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp sour cream.
Preparation: Blanch the nettle with boiling water, drain it in a colander, and finely chop. Finely chop all other greens. Hard-boil the eggs and roughly chop them too. Dress the salad with sour cream.
15. Green Salad with Asparagus
Source: dzen.ruAt first glance, it seems complicated, but in reality, it takes mere minutes.
You will need: 200 g salad mix, 200 g asparagus, 1 can olives, 2 cucumbers, 4 tbsp capers, 1 bunch herbs, 4 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Slice the cucumbers, mince the garlic and herbs. Trim the tough ends of the asparagus, drizzle it with oil, sprinkle with spices, and bake in the oven for 7-8 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius. Mix all salad ingredients together and serve.
16. Green Salad with Celery
Source: luckclub.ruYou can use just celery stalks, or stalks with leaves.
You will need: 4 celery stalks, 1 avocado, 2 cucumbers, 2 tbsp olive oil, spices, 1 bunch herbs.
Preparation: Roughly chop all ingredients and finely chop the herbs. Dress the salad with olive oil and sprinkle with spices to taste.
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17. Green Salad with Olives and Feta
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA unique improvisation on the classic Greek salad.
You will need: 2 cucumbers, 1 bunch salad leaves, 1 bunch green onions, 1 can olives, 200 g feta, 1 tbsp each olive oil and lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Tear the greens by hand and drizzle with lemon juice. Slice the cucumbers, finely chop the green onions, dice the feta, and mix the salad. Season and drizzle with oil.
18. Green Salad with Cabbage
Source: lobsterhouse.ruAnd to make the salad's flavor and texture richer, we'll use two types of cabbage!
You will need: 1 bunch herbs, 150 g each regular and Napa cabbage, 1 cucumber, sour cream, spices.
Preparation: Thinly shred both types of cabbage and slice the cucumber. Finely chop the herbs and dress the salad with sour cream and spices.
19. Green Salad with Walnuts and Cheese
Source: pulse.mail.ruVery hearty and diverse – a real find.
You will need: 150 g leaf lettuce, 50 g arugula, 1 clove garlic, 120 g broccoli, 1 cucumber, 1 celery stalk, 1/2 lemon, 50 g bryndza cheese, 1 handful walnuts, 30 g Parmesan, spices, 25 ml olive oil, 0.5 tsp oregano.
Preparation: Toast the walnuts in a dry pan and chop them. Mix oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and all spices. Roughly chop all the greens and slice the vegetables. Break the broccoli into small florets and parboil them for a couple of minutes in boiling water. Crumble the bryndza cheese and mix all ingredients.
20. Green Salad with Tofu
Source: mycooktes.ruAn original Chinese-style salad that is made with just a few ingredients.
You will need: 250 g salad tofu, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1-2 bunches each green onions and cilantro.
Preparation: Finely chop the cilantro and green onions. Crumble the tofu and mix everything with sesame oil and soy sauce. The salad is ready!