Five B Salad Recipe

Tired of the same old lettuce salads? This "Five B Salad" (from the Eat Clean Diet cookbook) is a burst of flavor and nutrients! Packed with five vibrant ingredients, this recipe is incredibly easy to make and perfect for meal prepping. Enjoy it as a light lunch with albacore tuna and a pita wrap, or make it a hearty dinner. Newman's Own Low Fat Sesame Ginger Dressing is a delicious complement, but the homemade option below is just as yummy! Get ready for a healthy and exciting salad experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 157.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Five B Salad

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How to Make Five B Salad

  1. Wash and chop the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces (approx. 1 inch).
  2. Thinly slice the red onion (about 1/4 cup).
  3. Chop the broccoli florets into small, even pieces (about 1 1/2 cups).
  4. In a large decorative salad bowl, combine the chopped bell peppers, red onion, broccoli, and black beans.
  5. Add the chopped cucumber (about 1 cup).
  6. Gently toss to combine all salad ingredients.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld (optional).
  8. **For the Homemade Dressing:** In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve the salad immediately or chilled. Drizzle the dressing on top or serve it on the side.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

9g

Carbs

2g