Green Goddess Salad
A fresh and vibrant salad packed with nutritious ingredients like cabbage, cucumber, and avocado, and topped with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 small head Small head of cabbage Finely chopped
- 1 Cucumber Diced; any variety works
- 1 Ripe avocado Diced; adds creaminess
- 4 Green onions Sliced
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt Can substitute sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil Extra virgin recommended
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
- To taste Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, chives) Chopped; mix for diverse flavors
- To taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped cabbage, cucumber, avocado, and green onions.
- In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to combine thoroughly.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for flavors to meld.
Notes
Choose a ripe avocado for a creamy texture and mix several herbs for a complex flavor profile. Chilling enhances flavors, so refrigerate before serving if possible.