Salad greens with avocado and seeds

Here's a fresh and nutritious salad recipe with salad greens, avocado, and seeds:

Salad Greens with Avocado and Seeds

Ingredients:

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, lettuce, etc.)
• 1 large avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salad:

   • Wash and dry the mixed salad greens.
   • Peel, pit, and slice the avocado.

2. Mix the Salad Ingredients:

   • In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, sliced avocado, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds (or flaxseeds).
   • Add the red onion and cherry tomatoes if using.

3. Make the Dressing:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice), honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.

4. Assemble the Salad:

   • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.

5. Serve:

   • Serve immediately as a light and healthy meal or side dish.

This salad is packed with healthy fats from the avocado and seeds, making it both satisfying and nutritious!