Green Salad with Dressing (Print Page)

Crisp mixed greens tossed with creamy, herb-driven dressing for a bright, nutritious meal.

# What You Need:

→ Salad Components

01 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, butter lettuce, arugula, or spinach)
02 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved
04 - 1 avocado, diced
05 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, tarragon, chives), roughly chopped

→ Green Goddess Dressing

07 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
11 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
12 - 1/4 cup fresh chives
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves
14 - 1 small garlic clove
15 - 1 anchovy fillet (optional, omit for vegetarian)
16 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, chives, tarragon, garlic, and anchovy (if using) in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
02 - Place mixed greens, cucumber, sugar snap peas, avocado, radishes, and fresh chopped herbs in a large salad bowl. Arrange ingredients evenly for optimal presentation.
03 - Drizzle chilled Green Goddess dressing over the salad immediately before serving. Using salad tongs, toss gently to ensure all ingredients are lightly coated without crushing delicate greens.
04 - Transfer to individual plates or serve family-style in the large bowl. Garnish with additional fresh herb sprigs if desired. Serve immediately while vegetables remain crisp.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The dressing keeps for a week in the fridge, making instant salads possible on busy weeknights
  • Its vibrant green color makes even the simplest salad feel like something special
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  • The dressing tastes even better after resting for an hour, letting the herbs meld with the creamy base
  • Adding dressing too early will wilt your greens, so wait until the last possible moment
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly, so pull everything out ten minutes before you start
  • Taste your dressing before serving, herbs vary in intensity so adjust accordingly

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