Why throw together another ordinary lettuce-and-tomato side salad when you can make a meal-worthy, mixed-greens masterpiece? Fresh baby spinach leaves, kale, avocado and artichoke hearts are just a few of the plant powerhouses tucked into this bowl. Sprinkle on some crunchy, protein-packed pumpkin seeds and top with a drizzle of zesty, homemade balsamic dressing””lunch is served!
Mixed Greens & Pumpkin Seed Salad
Serves 1-2
Ingredients
Baby kale
Baby spinach
Mache
Red leaf lettuce
1/2 avocado, diced
1/3 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
Fresh basil
Artichoke hearts
Cherry tomatoes
Balsamic Dressing
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp. stone ground mustard
Juice of ½ lemon
Black pepper to taste
1/2 clove garlic, diced
Directions
1. Combine salad ingredients in salad bowl; toss lightly.
2. Combine dressing ingredients in small bowl; mix well. Pour dressing over salad.