Description
Rainbow Crunch Detox Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed salad that combines a rainbow of fresh vegetables, offering a burst of colors and flavors. This salad is not only beautiful to look at but also promotes health and wellness, making it the perfect dish for anyone looking to cleanse their body. The base of this detox salad features crunchy vegetables such as purple cabbage, green cabbage, carrots, broccoli, and cucumbers, all tossed together with a zesty lemon-ginger dressing.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
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1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
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1 cup green cabbage, shredded
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1 cup carrots, julienned or shredded
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 cucumber, diced or ribboned
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1 cup broccoli florets, chopped small
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1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
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1/4 cup green onions, sliced
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1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas) or sunflower seeds for crunch
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1 tbsp hemp seeds (optional, for extra nutrition)
For the Dressing:
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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey if not vegan)
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 small garlic clove, minced
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1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
Start by shredding the purple cabbage and green cabbage. Julienne the carrots, slice the red and yellow bell peppers, dice or ribbon the cucumber, and chop the broccoli florets into small pieces. Ensure the veggies are cut into uniform sizes to maintain the crunchy texture that makes this salad so enjoyable.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, fresh grated ginger, minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed. The dressing should have a balance of tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors.
In a large salad bowl, combine all the prepped veggies—purple cabbage, green cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, cucumber, and broccoli—with the fresh parsley or cilantro and green onions. Add the pumpkin seeds (or sunflower seeds) and hemp seeds (if using). This combination gives the salad its signature crunch and nutrients.
Pour the lemon-ginger dressing over the assembled veggies. Toss everything together gently but thoroughly, ensuring that the dressing evenly coats all the ingredients. This step is key to ensuring the salad is both flavorful and satisfying.
Let the salad sit in the fridge for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and marinate. If you’re short on time, you can serve it immediately for maximum crunch.
Before serving, garnish the salad with extra seeds or fresh herbs for an added touch of flavor and color. This step is optional, but it does make the salad look even more inviting!
Notes
This Rainbow Crunch Detox Salad isn’t just a treat for your taste buds — it’s a nourishing boost for your body too! Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or add a protein for a heartier meal. Eat the rainbow and feel the difference!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: Rainbow Crunch Detox Salad Recipe