Description
Brighten up your meals with this Crunchy Rainbow Salad, bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors. This salad features a delightful blend of crisp vegetables and juicy citrus segments, all dressed in a zesty Citrus-Shallot Vinaigrette that elevates every bite. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a stunning side dish, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. With easy preparation and customizable ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for gatherings or a healthy meal at home. Enjoy the crunchiness of fresh greens paired with the creaminess of goat cheese and the tangy pop of olives—a truly refreshing salad experience!
Ingredients
- 1/2 head red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 head romaine or butter lettuce, chopped
- 1 seedless cucumber, halved and sliced
- 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
- 4 large radishes, thinly sliced
- 2 oranges, segmented
- 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup olives (green or black)
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts (pistachios, almonds, walnuts)
- Dressing: 2 TBSP orange juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 small shallot (sliced), salt & pepper
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all vegetables by slicing them into uniform pieces.
- Peel the oranges and segment them by cutting between the membranes.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, shallots, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together the prepared vegetables and orange segments.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Top with goat cheese, pepperoncini peppers, olives, and toasted nuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg