Power Greens Salad
This Power Greens Salad is packed with nutrients and flavor! It features a blend of healthy greens, crunchy vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and a tangy lemon-tahini dressing, making it a satisfying and gluten-free meal or side dish.
20 min
Total Time
4
Servings
easy
Difficulty
20 min
Prep Time
0 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 8 cups Power Greens Mix (spinach, kale, chard)
- 1 can (15 oz), rinsed and drained Cooked Chickpeas
- 1 medium, diced Cucumber
- 1 medium, diced Red Bell Pepper
- 2 medium, shredded Carrot
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced Red Onion
- 1 pint, halved Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 medium, diced Avocado
- 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 2-3 tablespoons Water
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, minced garlic, water, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to thin the dressing.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the power greens mix, chickpeas, cucumber, red bell pepper, shredded carrots, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- 3
Pour the lemon-tahini dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- 4
Divide the salad among serving bowls.
- 5
Top each serving with diced avocado and sunflower seeds.
- 6
Serve immediately or chill for later. The salad is best served fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Tips & Notes
- •For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken, tofu, or hard-boiled eggs.
- •Customize the salad with your favorite vegetables, such as broccoli florets, zucchini, or beets.
- •If you don't have tahini, you can substitute with almond butter, but the flavor will be slightly different.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.