This vibrant, healthy salad combines fresh vegetables with a creamy garlic-yogurt dressing, making it a perfect side dish or light meal. It’s refreshing, nutrient-packed, and super easy to prepare.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 cup mixed greens or spinach
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Garlic-Yogurt Dressing:
- 1 cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and chop all vegetables as listed in the ingredients.
- Place them in a large salad bowl, starting with the mixed greens as the base.
2. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Let the salad sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. Serve:
- Transfer the salad to individual plates or a serving platter. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Optional Add-Ins:
- Sprinkle some toasted nuts or seeds for crunch.
- Add a handful of crumbled feta cheese for a tangy flavor.
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