Delicious Green Salad for Weight Loss

 

Ingredients 

To make the salad

• 4 cups of greens, mixed (e.g., spinach, kale, arugula, or your choice)
• 1 cucumber, cut, and 1/2 red onion, finely sliced 
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup of carrots, finely sliced
• chopped 1/4 cup red, yellow, or green bell peppers
• broccoli florets, 1/4 cup (optional)
• a quarter cup of cauliflower florets (optional)

Choose one for the Protein

• Cubed 4 ounces of cooked quinoa or lentils(for a vegetarian option),
• 4 ounces of baked tofu cubed , 
•  4 ounces of grilled chicken breast sliced

To be Dressed

• Two teaspoons of Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
• Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon
• minced garlic 1 clove
• pepper and salt as desired

Make the salad base 

combine  the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, carrots, bell peppers, and any additional optional vegetables you want, such as broccoli and cauliflower, in a large salad bowl.

Add Protein

Add your preferred protein to the salad, such as cooked quinoa or lentils, tofu, or grilled chicken.

prepare the dressing

Mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl. To suit your tastes, adjust the seasonings. you can add or remove these ingredients according to your taste 

Pour the dressing over the salad and mix everything together until well-combined before serving. Make sure the dressing is distributed evenly over the salad.

As a filling and weight-loss-friendly dinner, serve right away.

This salad is low in calories, packed with vitamins and minerals, and has necessary protein to keep you feeling full and invigorated. In order to keep things interesting while on your weight reduction journey, feel free to add your preferred veggies or experiment with other proteins and sauces. It is also quite customizable. To support your weight reduction objectives, keep an eye on portion sizes and make healthy decisions throughout the day.