Mixed Greens Power Bowl (Printable)

A vibrant medley of fresh greens, vegetables, beans, and nuts for a wholesome 15-minute meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Greens

01 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, kale, romaine)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 1 large carrot, shredded
06 - 1 small avocado, sliced

→ Beans

07 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas or black beans, rinsed and drained

→ Nuts & Seeds

08 - 1/3 cup toasted walnuts or almonds, roughly chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

→ Dressing

10 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
15 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Layer mixed greens evenly in a large salad bowl to create the foundation of the power bowl.
02 - Arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, bell pepper, shredded carrot, and avocado neatly over the greens in sections.
03 - Distribute rinsed and drained chickpeas or black beans evenly across the bowl.
04 - Sprinkle toasted nuts and pumpkin seeds over the assembled ingredients for added crunch and nutrition.
05 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
06 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad immediately before serving. Toss gently to combine or maintain layered presentation as desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Nutrient-Dense: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and plant-based protein.
  • Super Quick: Takes only 15 minutes from start to finish.
  • Flexible: Naturally vegetarian and easily adaptable for vegan or gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Dressing Timing: Wait to drizzle the dressing until just before serving to keep the mixed greens from wilting.
  • Nutritional Check: Always check labels for canned beans and mustard to ensure they meet gluten-free requirements.
  • Vegan Option: Simply use maple syrup instead of honey to make this dish 100% vegan.
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