Green Goddess Salad with Chickpeas

Prep Time:

15 Minutes

Cook Time:

None

Serves:

2 Servings

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 304
Fat: 8g
Carbs: 40g
Protein: 22g

Ingredients

Dressing:

1 avocado, peeled and pitted
1 ½ cups buttermilk
¼ cup chopped fresh herbs, such as tarragon, sorrel, mint, parsley and/or cilantro
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
½ teaspoon salt

Salad:

3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup sliced cucumber
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
¼ cup diced low-fat Swiss cheese
6 cherry tomatoes, halved if desired

Preparation

Step 1

To prepare dressing: Place avocado, buttermilk, herbs, vinegar and salt in a blender. Puree until smooth.

Step 2

To prepare salad: Toss lettuce and cucumber in a bowl with 1/4 cup of the dressing. Top with chickpeas, cheese and tomatoes. (Refrigerate the extra dressing for up to 3 days.)

Tips:

To make ahead: Cover and refrigerate leftover dressing for up to 3 days.