Colorful Vegetable Salad
Description
This refreshing vegetable salad is a celebration of crunch and color, perfect for warm days or as a light side dish. The base of crisp red leaf lettuce provides a tender bed for thinly sliced carrots and peppery radishes, adding both sweetness and a sharp bite. Fresh green onions contribute a mild oniony zest, while delicate alfalfa sprouts add a subtle nutty flavor and extra texture. This dish is naturally vegan and diabetic-friendly, relying on the natural flavors of fresh produce rather than heavy dressings. It comes together in minutes, making it an ideal addition to picnics, lunchboxes, or as a healthy accompaniment to grilled proteins. Simple, nutritious, and visually appealing, this salad is a reliable favorite for any occasion.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse the red leaf lettuce thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels or a salad spinner.
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Dice the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large serving bowl.
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Wash the radishes and slice them thinly using a knife or mandoline.
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Peel the carrot and slice it into thin rounds or cut into matchsticks.
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Trim the roots from the green onions and chop them finely.
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Add the sliced radishes, carrots, and green onions to the bowl with the lettuce.
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Gently toss in the alfalfa sprouts to avoid bruising them.
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Serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 16.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 24.4mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 3.7g2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 1.7g
- Protein 0.7g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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