5 A Day Salad Recipe

Fuel your body with this vibrant 5-A-Day Power Salad! Packed with 5 servings of colorful veggies, it's a quick, easy, and delicious way to get your daily dose of nutrients. Perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 332.4 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 A Day Salad

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How to Make 5 A Day Salad

  1. Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 5 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, romaine, and arugula).
  3. Add 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color), ½ cup cherry tomatoes, ½ cup shredded carrots, and ½ cup cucumber, thinly sliced.
  4. Top with 2 tablespoons crumbled cottage cheese and 1 tablespoon shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds over the salad.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

32g

Carbs

2g