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Green Goddess Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Green Goddess Salad featuring finely chopped green cabbage, kale, cucumber, and green onions, tossed with a creamy, herbaceous dressing made from fresh basil, spinach, dill, nuts, and nutritional yeast. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, this nutrient-dense salad combines crisp textures with rich flavors for a healthy and satisfying option.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 4 cups green cabbage (finely chopped)
  • 3 cups curly green kale (finely chopped, stems removed)
  • 1 cup mini cucumber (diced)
  • 1 bunch green onions (finely chopped)
  • 1 Tablespoon dried chives
  • ½ cup chickpeas

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 small shallot
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh dill
  • 6 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup walnuts or cashews
  • ⅓ cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Chop: Finely chop the green cabbage, kale (removing thick stems), cucumber, and green onions. Taking time here ensures even pieces for the best texture and a harmonious blend of flavors in every bite.
  2. Combine: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the chopped cabbage, kale, cucumber, green onions, dried chives, and chickpeas until well combined. Set aside while you prepare the dressing.
  3. Blend: Add the fresh basil, baby spinach, garlic, shallot, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, walnuts or cashews, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, and salt into a high-speed blender. Blend thoroughly until the dressing achieves a smooth, creamy consistency. If too thick, add a splash of water to reach desired texture.
  4. Toss: Pour the blended dressing over the salad mixture and stir well to coat every piece evenly. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice as preferred.
  5. Serve: Serve immediately for crisp freshness, or let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy the salad on its own, topped with your choice of protein, or paired with tortilla chips for a delightful dip experience.

Notes

  • For best texture, remove kale stems before chopping to avoid toughness.
  • The dressing can be adjusted in thickness by adding water incrementally.
  • Feel free to substitute walnuts with cashews or other nuts based on preference or allergies.
  • Letting the salad rest for 10–15 minutes enhances the melding of flavors but can be served immediately if preferred.
  • This salad pairs well with grilled chicken, tofu, or as part of a vegan spread.

Find it online: https://familyhomemeals.com/green-goddess-salad-recipe/