Vibrant Energy Bow

Name: Vibrant Energy Bow
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Fresh Vegetables:; 1 cucumber (sliced); 2 medium tomatoes (diced); 1 bell pepper (any color, diced); 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or lettuce); 1 small red onion (thinly sliced, optional); 1 boiled egg, sliced (optional); 1/2 cup chickpeas or black beans (cooked or canned, rinsed); 1/4 cup feta cheese or shredded mozzarella (optional); 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds or chopped nuts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional); 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional); Salt and pepper to taste

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Prep:15min

A refreshing and nutrient-packed salad bursting with fresh vegetables, protein, and a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or side dish, this colorful creation is easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste buds. Whether you're on the go or looking for a healthy meal, this salad offers a perfect balance of crunch, flavor, and nourishment.

Updated at: Wed, 25 Dec 2024 22:02:30 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories292.9 kcal (15%)

Total Fat15 g (21%)

Carbs32.8 g (13%)

Sugars9 g (10%)

Protein10.4 g (21%)

Sodium290.7 mg (15%)

Fiber7.6 g (27%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

3 servings

2 cupsmixed greens

spinach, arugula, or lettuce

1red onion

small, thinly sliced, optional

1egg

boiled, sliced, optional

½ cupchickpeas

or black beans, cooked or canned, rinsed

¼ cupfeta cheese

or shredded mozzarella, optional

2 tablespoonssunflower seeds

or chopped nuts

2 tablespoonsolive oil

1 tablespoonlemon juice

or apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoondijon mustard

optional

½ teaspoonhoney

or maple syrup, optional

Instructions

Step 1

1. Prepare Vegetables: Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice the cucumber, dice the tomatoes and bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion. 2. Mix Greens: Place the mixed greens in a large salad bowl. 3. Add Veggies: Add the cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion to the bowl. 4. Add Protein: Toss in the chickpeas or black beans for a protein boost. If using boiled egg, slice and arrange on top. 5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle with feta cheese or your choice of cheese. Add sunflower seeds or nuts for crunch. 6. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined. 7. Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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