Nutrient Packed Iceberg Lettuce Salad

This healthy iceberg lettuce salad maximises flavour and nutrients with a balanced approach. Featuring a base of chopped iceberg lettuce, it includes cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, red onion, bell pepper, avocado, and radishes. Choose between grilled chicken or chickpeas for protein, and customise with optional toppings. The dressing combines olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Enjoy this versatile salad as a main or side dish.

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Healthy Iceberg Lettuce Salad maximises flavour and nutrients with a balanced approach.

Start with a chopped medium head of iceberg lettuce as the base.

Add one cup of halved cherry tomatoes for a refreshing touch.

Include sliced cucumber for crunch and subtle taste.

Julienne a medium carrot for vibrant colour and sweetness.

Add half of a thinly sliced red onion for sharpness.

Dice one bell pepper for a burst of colour and flavour.

Slice one ripe avocado for creaminess and healthy fats.

Include 4-5 thinly sliced radishes for a peppery crunch.

Choice protein: sliced grilled chicken or one cup chickpeas.

Optional toppings: almonds, sunflower seeds, feta or vegan cheese, fresh herbs.

Dressing: olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Wash and dry lettuce; chop into bite-sized pieces and prepare veggies.

Cook protein (grill chicken or rinse chickpeas), whisk dressing ingredients.

Layer lettuce, veggies, protein, and toppings; drizzle dressing before serving.

Boost salad with spinach or kale; reduce cheese/nuts; tweak for dietary needs.