Lemon Dill Salad

This light and crispy lemon dill salad is the perfect way to welcome summer! It’s fresh, green, and oh-so-simple!

Guys, I have a perfect summer salad recipe for you! It’s just so perfectly refreshing, vibrantly green, and served with a delicious zesty lemon dill vinaigrette.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• I don’t know about you, but in the warm months, I always crave something fresh, green, and succulent. This lemon dill salad is a perfect summer recipe because it meets all of the criteria!
• I was never much of a salad person, until I realised you can put whatever you like into a salad. As long as it has all your favorite veggies and a killer dressing, you’re going to love it. And let me tell you, this salad has the best dressing!
• This recipe is light and healthy, which means it can be served as a side, as an appetizer, or even as a main for a Sunday brunch!
• It is also super easy to modify this salad based on your preferences. But first, I urge you to taste it as it is! It’s going to be your new obsession!

Wholesome Ingredients

I am a firm believer that if you cook with whole-food, quality ingredients, the recipe simply cannot go wrong! This lemon dill salad is proof:

• Lettuce. Lettuce is low in calories and high in water content, making it a great choice for weight management and hydration. It’s also a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and minerals like potassium and calcium.
• Cucumber. Cucumbers are also low in calories and high in water content. They’re a good source of vitamins C and K, as well as potassium and magnesium.
• Parsley. Fresh parsley is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as minerals like iron and potassium. It also contains compounds that may help protect against inflammation and certain types of cancer.
• Dill. Fresh dill is a good source of vitamin C and minerals like calcium and iron. It also contains compounds that may have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects.
• Lemon juice. Lemons are a great source of vitamin C, which is important for immune function and skin health. They also contain antioxidants that may help protect against certain diseases.
• Garlic. Garlic contains compounds that may have antibacterial and antiviral effects. It’s also a good source of vitamins B6 and C, as well as minerals like selenium and manganese.
• Olive Oil. Extra virgin olive oil is a good source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Olive oil is also rich in vitamin E and other beneficial compounds.

How to Make This Recipe

Honestly, the hardest part of this process is chopping a few vegetables. Once that’s done, it’s incredibly simple!

In a small jar, combine garlic, mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh dill, salt and pepper. You could use a whisk or close the lid and shake your jar.

Next, grab a large salad bowl. Add chopped lettuce, dill, parsley, onions, cucumber, and vegan feta. Drizzle the dressing over the top and give your salad a good stir.

You’re done! Serve it as a side salad or enjoy it on its own.

Hack It!

• You can serve this salad with home dinner, backyard BBQ, office potluck and more! You could also enjoy it as a standalone dish.
• Depending on your preference, you could add extra components, such as fresh tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, or radish.
• Want to bulk this recipe up? Add some canned chickpeas, cooked pasta, or quinoa into the mix.
• To up the crunch factor, you may choose to add some seeds, crushed nuts, or croutons.
• If you can’t find a vegan feta option at the store, why not make homemade tofu feta?
• If you’re bringing this lemon dill salad to an event, or meal prepping for later, store the dressing separately until it is time to serve.

Other Recipes You’ll Love

• Broccoli Crunch Salad
• Vegan Greek Salad
• Street Corn Pasta Salad
• Vegan Taco Bowl
• Strawberry Cucumber Salad

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