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Almost Rainbow Salad Recipe

Escape the ordinary with this vibrant Almost Rainbow Salad! A refreshing and light summer salad, perfect for a hot day. This isn't your typical pasta or fruit salad – it's a unique blend of fresh flavors and textures that will brighten your meal. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 131.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almost Rainbow Salad

  • Green Cabbage (not specified in recipe)
  • Red Cabbage (not specified in recipe)
  • Fresh Strawberries (not specified in recipe)
  • 1 cup shredded raw carrot
  • 2 cups chopped red bell pepper
  • Orange Bell Pepper (not specified in recipe)
  • Snow Peas (not specified in recipe)
  • Green Onions (not specified in recipe)
  • Slivered Almonds (not specified in recipe)
  • Balsamic Vinegar (not specified in recipe)
  • 2-4 tablespoons oil
  • Fresh Black Pepper (not specified in recipe)
  • Salt (not specified in recipe)
  • 1.5 cups chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 (15 ounce) can drained chickpeas
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • juice of 1 lime

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How to Make Almost Rainbow Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups chopped red bell pepper, 1.5 cups chopped cucumber, 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
  2. Add 1 (15 ounce) can of drained chickpeas, 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, and the juice of 1 lime.
  3. Drizzle with 2-4 tablespoons of your favorite olive oil or other oil of choice. Adjust to your desired level of oiliness.
  4. Gently toss all ingredients until well combined.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

2g

Carbs

4g

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