Colourful Veggie Salad
By Nmami Agarwal 30-Jul 2018 Reading Time: 3 Mins
The Colourful Veggie Salad is a delightful medley of fresh vegetables that not only pleases the palate but also brightens up any table. With its vibrant hues from diced cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and carrots, this salad is as visually appealing as it is nutritious. This salad can also be customized with your favorite vegetables or additional protein like chickpeas or grilled chicken.
For a Serving Size of Two:
Ingredients:
- 150 grams diced cucumber
- 100 grams diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 150 grams halved cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams shredded carrots
- 100 grams diced red onion
- 50 grams corn kernels
- 100 grams chopped lettuce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (like parsley or basil, for garnish)
Procedure:
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, diced bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, diced red onion, corn kernels, and chopped lettuce.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all vegetables are coated.
- Sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs before serving. Enjoy immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for a refreshing dish.
Nutritional Benefits:
- Calories: 488 kcal
- Protein: 30.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.3 g
- Fat: 39.3 g