Nut and Herb Salad with Creamy Dressing
A crisp, refreshing salad of lettuce and fresh herbs, topped with crunchy nuts and a simple creamy dressing. Perfect for a quick weeknight side or light lunch.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- ½ cup fresh parsley
- ¼ cup fresh dill
- ½ cup mixed nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans)
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the 0.5 cup yogurt, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp honey until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 2
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the 0.5 cup mixed nuts until fragrant and lightly browned, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the 6 cups mixed salad greens, 0.5 cup parsley, and 0.25 cup dill. Toss gently to mix.
- 4
Add the toasted nuts to the salad and toss again.
- 5
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately.
- 6
Optional: add a pinch of garlic powder or a dash of Dijon mustard to the dressing for extra flavor.
Tools you’ll need
- small bowl
- whisk
- dry skillet
- large salad bowl
- tongs or spoons
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