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Super Crunch Salad

Super Crunch Salad
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The Super Crunch Salad is a vibrant, refreshing snack or light meal packed with a delightful mix of crunchy vegetables, zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, and nutrient-rich sunflower seeds. Quick to prepare and highly customizable, this salad delivers fresh flavors, satisfying textures, and wholesome nutrition perfect for anytime enjoyment.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Greens

  • Crisp Romaine Lettuce – 2 cups, chopped
  • Crunchy Carrots – 1 cup, shredded
  • Red Bell Peppers – 1 medium, diced
  • Cucumber – 1 medium, diced
  • Shredded Red Cabbage – 1 cup
  • Chopped Celery – 1/2 cup
  • Fresh Parsley – 1/4 cup, finely chopped

Seeds and Nuts

  • Sunflower Seeds – 1/4 cup, toasted

Dressing

  • Light Olive Oil – 3 tablespoons
  • Fresh Lemon Juice – 2 tablespoons
  • Salt – 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
  • Black Pepper – 1/4 teaspoon (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Veggies: Wash all leafy greens and vegetables thoroughly to ensure freshness. Chop the romaine lettuce, shred the carrots and red cabbage, dice the cucumber and red bell peppers, and finely chop the celery and parsley. Having all ingredients prepped makes assembly easy and quick.
  2. Toast the Sunflower Seeds: In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the sunflower seeds for 3 to 4 minutes until they turn golden and become fragrant. This step intensifies their nutty flavor and adds an irresistible crunch to the salad.
  3. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. The lemon juice’s acidity balances the richness of the oil while complementing the fresh vegetables.
  4. Toss the Salad: Combine all the prepared vegetables in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Finally, sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds and chopped fresh parsley on top for added flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Pick the freshest veggies to ensure maximum crunch and flavor.
  • Toast seeds just before serving to retain their crunch and flavor.
  • Use chilled ingredients to intensify crispness and refresh the palate.
  • Balance soft and crunchy textures for an exciting eating experience.
  • Adjust seasoning gradually by adding salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Nutrition

Keywords: crunchy salad, healthy snack, gluten free, vegan salad, fresh vegetables, sunflower seeds, lemon dressing

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