Healthy & homemade, giving me all the love. This detox salad is packed with fresh greens, protein, and topped with a creamy avocado sauce that ties everything together. My favorite part was the Avocado Cream Sauce on top. Adding this recipe to my website today. Enjoy this refreshing and nourishing dish that’s perfect for a clean-eating lifestyle.
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Wash and chop the spinach, arugula, leeks, cucumber, and cilantro.
Cook the chicken until fully done and shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
Combine spinach, arugula, chickpeas, leeks, cucumber, chicken, and cilantro in a large bowl.
Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice. Add seasonings and toss well.
Blend avocado, olive oil, cilantro, squeezed lemon juice, salt, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy.
Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Serve the salad in bowls and drizzle the avocado cream sauce generously on top.
Enjoy your detox salad!
For extra crunch, add roasted nuts or seeds to the salad.
Use fresh and ripe avocados for the best flavor in the cream sauce.
You can substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
Adjust the garlic powder and salt in the sauce according to your taste preferences.
Can I make the avocado cream sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
What can I use instead of chicken?
You can substitute chicken with tofu, tempeh, or even boiled eggs for a vegetarian option.
How do I keep the avocado sauce from turning brown?
Adding lemon juice to the sauce helps prevent browning. Store it in an airtight container and minimize air exposure.
Can I use dried cilantro instead of fresh?
Fresh cilantro is recommended for the best flavor, but you can use dried cilantro if fresh is unavailable. Adjust the quantity as dried herbs are more concentrated.
Is this salad suitable for meal prep?
Yes, you can prepare the salad ingredients and sauce separately and assemble them just before serving to keep everything fresh.
