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Rainbow Crunch Salad
20
min active
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2
servings
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20
min total
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Colorful, crunchy, and toss-together—this salad actually eats like a meal.
Avo's Tip
Cut vegetables evenly so every bite is balanced.
Different grain base? Quinoa, farro, or brown rice all work well here.
No kale? Spinach or arugula substitute well — skip the massaging step.
No tahini? A lemon and olive oil vinaigrette or any creamy dressing works.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Can I swap ingredients?
Yes. Use whatever crunchy veggies and seeds you have; keep a mix of colors and textures.
How do I keep it crisp for meal prep?
Store dressing separately and add right before eating. Keep wet ingredients away from greens.
How can I make it more filling?
Add cooked quinoa, chickpeas, tofu, chicken, or salmon depending on your preference.
Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store undressed salad up to 2 days. Keep dressing separate until serving.
Why It Works
Chopped vegetables and a quick dressing make this salad fast to assemble.
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Ingredients
1
4 cups mixed greens
2
½ cup shredded carrots
3
½ cup chopped red cabbage
4
½ cup cherry tomatoes
5
1 tbsp lemon juice
6
Salt and black pepper
7
2 tbsp olive oil
8
¼ cup sunflower seeds
Instructions
1
Prepare the Dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the strawberries, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If it's too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency. Set aside.
2
Assemble the Base: In a very large wooden bowl (like the one pictured), spread a bed of the mixed spinach and kale.
3
Compose the Rainbow: Arrange the toppings in distinct sections over the greens to create a vibrant presentation:
4
Place the shredded red cabbage and carrots in piles.
5
Fan out the avocado slices and scatter the mango cubes.
6
Add piles of blueberries, sliced strawberries, red bell peppers, and edamame.
7
Add the Crunch: In the center, place the pecans. Sprinkle the sunflower seeds and chia seeds over the entire salad. tuck in a few fresh mint leaves.
8
Serve: Drizzle a generous amount of the creamy strawberry dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss well at the table to combine all the ingredients and coat them in the dressing.
Quick Fixes
Dressing too thick: Add water a teaspoon at a time and blend again until it pours smoothly.
Greens wilting: Add dressing right before serving. Store undressed if prepping ahead.
ingrediENTS
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1
4 cups mixed greens
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2
½ cup shredded carrots
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3
½ cup chopped red cabbage
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4
½ cup cherry tomatoes
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5
1 tbsp lemon juice
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6
Salt and black pepper
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7
2 tbsp olive oil
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8
¼ cup sunflower seeds
instructions
1
Prepare the Dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the strawberries, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If it's too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency. Set aside.
2
Assemble the Base: In a very large wooden bowl (like the one pictured), spread a bed of the mixed spinach and kale.
3
Compose the Rainbow: Arrange the toppings in distinct sections over the greens to create a vibrant presentation:
4
Place the shredded red cabbage and carrots in piles.
5
Fan out the avocado slices and scatter the mango cubes.
6
Add piles of blueberries, sliced strawberries, red bell peppers, and edamame.
7
Add the Crunch: In the center, place the pecans. Sprinkle the sunflower seeds and chia seeds over the entire salad. tuck in a few fresh mint leaves.
8
Serve: Drizzle a generous amount of the creamy strawberry dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss well at the table to combine all the ingredients and coat them in the dressing.
High comfort. Low effort. Designed for real weeknights.
RECIPE
Rainbow Crunch Salad
20
min active
·
20
min total
·
2
servings
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