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Super Crunch Salad

Super Crunch Salad
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Super Crunch Salad is a vibrant, healthy, and easy-to-make salad combining fresh, crisp vegetables with toasted nuts and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or refreshing snack, this salad delivers a satisfying crunch and bright flavors while being nutritious and adaptable to various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 cups finely shredded fresh cabbage
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery stalks
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced

Nuts

  • 1/3 cup almonds or walnuts

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the Vegetables: Start by washing all your fresh vegetables thoroughly. Shred the cabbage finely, grate the carrots, and chop celery into small pieces. Dice the red bell pepper and slice the green onions thinly, ensuring every piece is bite-sized.
  2. Toast the Nuts: Lightly toast the almonds or walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, until fragrant and golden. This step intensifies their nutty flavor and adds extra crunch.
  3. Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fully emulsified, creating a bright, tangy dressing with subtle sweetness.
  4. Toss Everything Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, celery, bell pepper, and green onions. Add the toasted nuts and pour the dressing on top. Toss well to coat every piece evenly.
  5. Serve or Chill: Enjoy the Super Crunch Salad immediately to savor its fresh textures, or refrigerate for 20-30 minutes for flavors to meld beautifully before serving.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The crunch and flavor depend on crisp vegetables, so choose the freshest produce available.
  • Toast Nuts Gently: Keep an eye on nuts while toasting to avoid burning and develop the best flavor.
  • Taste the Dressing: Adjust acidity or sweetness as needed to perfectly balance your salad.
  • Chill Before Serving: Letting the salad rest enhances the flavors and keeps it extra refreshing.
  • Slice Thinly: Thin-cut vegetables blend better together, creating a harmonious bite every time.

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