Balancing Green Harmony
This salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, with a bright, acidic dressing that brings everything together. The leafy greens provide a base of freshness, while the cucumber, bell pepper, and broccoli add sweetness, crunch, and a hint of herbaceousness. The pineapple adds a touch of tropical sweetness, and the avocado provides creamy richness. The pumpkin seeds add a nutty crunch, and the tahini-based dressing ties everything together with its nutty, tangy flavor. This salad is a perfect light and healthy meal, or a side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
The inspiration for this salad came to me one day when I was browsing the farmers market. I saw a beautiful display of fresh, local produce, and I was inspired to create a salad that would showcase the best of what the season had to offer. I started with a base of mixed leafy greens, and then I added thinly sliced cucumber, bell pepper, and broccoli florets. I also added some chopped pineapple for sweetness, and sliced avocado for creaminess. Finally, I topped the salad with some pumpkin seeds for a nutty crunch. To dress the salad, I made a simple tahini-based dressing with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt. The dressing was creamy and tangy, and it brought all the flavors of the salad together perfectly.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 5 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Mixed leafy greens (such as spinach, arugula, and romaine lettuce)
  • Cucumber, thinly sliced
  • Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • Broccoli florets, lightly steamed
  • Pineapple, chopped
  • Avocado, sliced
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Tahini-based dressing (made with tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt)
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed leafy greens, cucumber, bell pepper, broccoli florets, pineapple, avocado, and pumpkin seeds.
  2. Drizzle with the tahini-based dressing and toss to coat.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Why It Works
  • The combination of leafy greens, vegetables, and fruit provides a balance of flavors and textures.
  • The tahini-based dressing is nutty, tangy, and creamy, and it brings all the flavors of the salad together.
  • The salad is light and healthy, and it is a perfect meal for lunch or dinner.