Take a break from your home refresh and enjoy a vibrant Green Goddess Salad from The Real Food Dietitians – fresh, herb-packed, and full of feel-good flavor. This viral favorite (even featured on the TODAY show) comes together in just 20 minutes and works as a light bite or a fully loaded meal with whatever you have on hand. With easy prep, make-ahead options, and plenty of plant-based nutrients, it’s the perfect way to refuel before getting back to it.
INGREDIENTS
For the Dressing
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt*
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (1 small-medium lemon)
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon pure honey
- ½ teaspoon fine salt, more to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ cups fresh herb mix (parsley, cilantro, chives, basil, tarragon, and/or dill)
For the Salad:
- ½ head of cabbage, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
- 1 medium cucumber, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 cup curly kale, stems removed and chopped (may substitute spinach or arugula)
- 1 cup of microgreens, optional
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- ¼ cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh chopped chives and/or sliced green onions
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a small food processor or small blender, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, mustard, honey, salt, garlic powder, and fresh herbs. Process or blend until smooth. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, cucumber, peas, kale, microgreens, pistachios, basil, and chopped chives and/or green onions.
- Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss to combine, then serve.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.