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Green Goddess Salad

Vibrant Green Goddess Salad Perfect for Any Occasion

A nourishing and colorful Green Goddess Salad packed with fresh ingredients and a creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Kale substitute with arugula for a milder taste
  • 1 cup Napa Cabbage can be replaced with regular green cabbage
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage substitute with more napa cabbage if desired
  • 1 medium Red Onion use shallots for a milder flavor
  • 1 medium Cucumbers any cucumber variety works well
  • 1 cup Sweet Peppers can swap for any bell pepper variety
  • 1 medium Avocado replace with banana for a non-dairy option
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach
  • 1/2 cup Basil Leaves substitute with parsley for a different flavor
  • 1 medium Shallot use red onion if unavailable
  • 2 cloves Garlic can use garlic powder for convenience
  • 1/2 cup Cashews substitute with sunflower seeds for a nut-free option
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese replace with nutritional yeast for a vegan option
  • to taste tsp Black Pepper adjustments can be made based on taste
  • to taste tsp Salt adjustments can be made based on taste
  • 1/2 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar substitute with apple cider vinegar if needed
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice lime juice can be an alternative

Equipment

  • blender
  • mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Green Goddess Salad
  1. In a blender, combine baby spinach, basil leaves, minced shallot, and garlic. Add soaked cashews, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Pour in olive oil, vinegar, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Rinse and dry the kale, remove stems, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Slice napa cabbage and red cabbage into thin strips. Combine in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Drizzle the Green Goddess dressing over the greens and toss gently with tongs until evenly coated.
  4. Slice red onion, cucumber, and sweet peppers, then layer these on the salad. Dice avocado and add on top. Serve immediately with extra dressing on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep the dressing a day in advance for enhanced flavor. Chop salad ingredients just before serving to maintain freshness.

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