This ribbon salad transforms everyday vegetables into a beautiful, fresh dish that feels special without extra effort. Using a simple mandolin slicer, you can create soft, curled ribbons that make eating vegetables more enjoyable and visually appealing.
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Rainbow Ribbon Salad
Equipment
- Mandoline Slicer https://amzn.to/4at70QR
Ingredients
- Vegetables
- 2 zucchini
- 1 yellow squash
- 2 large carrots
- 1 cucumber
- 1 small beet optional for color
- Toppings
- ½ cup strawberries sliced
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
- ¼ cup walnuts chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion thinly sliced
- Fresh mint leaves
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- Citrus Dressing
- Light clean, and perfect for this style of salad.
- Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional
- Pinch of salt
- 1 –2 tablespoons water to thin
Instructions
- How to Make Ribbon Salad
- Wash and trim all vegetables
- Using a mandolin, slice vegetables lengthwise into thin ribbons
- Set carrots to a slightly thicker setting for better texture
- Gently stack and roll some ribbons into loose curls
- Arrange ribbons on a board or in a bowl (do not toss yet)
- Sprinkle toppings over the top
- Serve dressing on the side or drizzle lightly just before serving
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Notes
- Calories: approximately 120
- Protein: approximately 3g
- Carbohydrates: approximately 14g
- Fat: approximately 6g
- Mandolin slicer
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Small mixing bowl
- Slice vegetables ahead and store in an airtight container
- Use pre-packaged pomegranate seeds
- Make dressing 2–3 days in advance
- Zucchini
- Yellow squash
- Carrots
- Cucumber
- Beet
- Strawberries
- Lemon
- Orange
- Mint
- Red onion
- Dijon mustard
- Maple syrup
- Walnuts
- Keep dressing separate until ready to serve
- Pat cucumbers dry if they release excess moisture
- Lightly mix colors for the most beautiful presentation
Nutrition
Let your meals be as beautiful as they are nourishing. Whether you are putting together a quick lunch or creating something special for guests, this ribbon salad is a simple way to elevate everyday ingredients.
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