Ingredients
- For the Green Goddess Dressing:
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- ½ cup fresh basil
- 1 small shallot
- ½ jalapeño, seeded for less spice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped
- 2 limes, squeezed
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (more or less to taste)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- For the Salad:
- 1 head leafy lettuce, chopped into strips
- 2 large cucumbers, diced
- 6 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a food processor, combine the pine nuts, basil, shallot, jalapeño, garlic, and chopped green onions. Add lime juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until smooth and well combined, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped lettuce, diced cucumbers, and green onions.
- Toss and Serve: Pour the green goddess dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine and coat everything with the dressing. Serve immediately for a vibrant and refreshing salad.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier salad, leave a bit more of the jalapeño seeds in the dressing.
- This dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Add protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
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- Cuisine: Healthy, Fresh
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
