Simple Green Salad
This light and refreshing green salad is a delightful dish that perfectly complements a variety of meals. Its crisp texture and bright flavors make it an ideal side salad for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Soft lettuce such as butter lettuce or a similar variety
- Lemon vinaigrette half recipe
- Thinly sliced Persian cucumber
- Shaved Parmesan cheese
- Pepitas pumpkin seeds
- Sliced avocado
- Microgreens
- Optional: flaky sea salt
- Roasted Tamari Almonds
- Raw almonds
- Tamari sauce
Instructions
- Roast the almonds: Begin by preheating the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the raw almonds in a single layer. Drizzle with tamari and toss to coat evenly. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until the almonds are golden brown. Allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, toss the soft lettuce with a few spoonfuls of the lemon vinaigrette until evenly coated. Add the cucumber, Parmesan, pepitas, and avocado. Top with the roasted tamari almonds and drizzle with additional dressing. Finish by garnishing with microgreens and seasoning with flaky sea salt, if desired.