Here’s a delicious recipe for a Shake-It-Up Chopped Salad that’s fun, fresh, and customizable ! The idea is to add all the ingredients into a large container, shake it up, and enjoy a perfectly dressed salad with even distribution.
Ingredients :
You can adjust quantities based on your preferences and the number of servings.
For the Salad :
2 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula, or kale)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup cucumber, diced
¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup carrots, shredded or thinly sliced
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup chickpeas (or any beans for added protein)
¼ cup feta or shredded cheese (optional)
¼ cup olives (optional)
¼ cup sunflower seeds or nuts for crunch (optional)
½ avocado, diced (optional)
For the Dressing :
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
Instructions :
- Prepare the jar or container : Use a large mason jar or a container with a lid.
- Layer the ingredients :
Start by adding the denser ingredients like chickpeas, cucumber, and tomatoes at the bottom.
Add the leafy greens on top.
Layer the cheese, nuts, or seeds, if using.
- Make the dressing :
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper until well-combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the jar.
- Shake it up :
Seal the container or jar tightly.
Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, ensuring the dressing gets evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Enjoy :
Open up and enjoy your perfectly dressed chopped salad ! You can eat it straight from the jar or pour it into a bowl.
Variations :
Add grilled chicken, tofu, or hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.
Swap in different veggies like zucchini, corn, or beets.
Experiment with different dressings like a ranch, tahini-based, or lemon herb.