Chopped Salad

18 May, 2026 Recipe PREP 25 min COOK 5 min
Chopped Salad

Chopped Salad

PREP 25 min COOK 5 min

Description

This Chopped Salad offers a perfect mix of textures and flavors, with evenly cut ingredients blending beautifully in a rich, creamy dressing. Antioxidant-rich veggies boost immunity, while fiber-packed ingredients support digestion and gut health. Hemp hearts, almonds, and smoked tofu add plant-based protein and essential fats for sustained energy and focus.


NOTE

Cut everything the same size for a balanced mix of flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients

4 SERVES

Garlic Dressing

  • 3 tbsp garlic

  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1/4 cup vegan mayo

  • 2 tsp nutritional yeast

  • 1/4 tsp salt

Salad

  • 1/2 cup cucumber

  • 1/2 cup red pepper

  • 1/2 cup yellow pepper

  • 1/2 cup zucchini

  • 1/2 cup red radish

  • 1/2 cup jicama

  • 1/2 cup plum tomato

  • 1/2 cup red onion

  • 1/2 cup avocado

  • 1/2 cup green olives

  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini

  • 1/4 cup scallion

  • 1 cup tofu

  • 1 cup cilantro

  • 1 cup hemp hearts

  • 1/2 cup almonds

  • 1/8 tsp salt

Directions

  1. Step 1: Make the garlic dressing
    Blend all the ingredients in a blender until smooth. (Makes about 2 cups / 240 ml.) Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Make the salad
    Gently mix all of the ingredients with at least 1 cup of the salad dressing, season with salt to taste, and add more dressing if desired. Serve immediately.

Photo by Signe Birck

Photo by Signe Birck