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Mixed green salad with walnuts and avocado

Try this crisp salad, bursting with fresh flavor and a variety of textures.

a vibrant salad with mixed greens, avocado, and walnuts
Written by Kat Barefield, MS, RD. Medically reviewed in November 2023.

Updated on October 26, 2022.

Substitute your regular side salad with this colorful and nutrient-packed alternative. You'll get antioxidants and healthy fats—two nutrients that are key for optimal health.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups organic salad greens
  • 6 cherry and yellow grape tomatoes, halved
  • 4 toasted walnut halves
  • 1 tbsp golden raisins
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp goat or feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 avocado, peeled and cut into small cubes 

Dressing

  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh-squeezed orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Preparation (Serves 1)

Place salad ingredients into a bowl and toss. Mix dressing ingredients and pour over salad.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories 289; fat 17g; saturated fat 3.5g; cholesterol 6mg; sodium 117mg; carbohydrate 31g; fiber 8g; protein 10g; calcium 82mg

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