Description
Elevate your gatherings with individual salad cups that blend vibrant colors and fresh flavors in a crisp lettuce shell. Perfect for picnics, parties, or weeknight dinners, these customizable creations are not just visually stunning—they’re packed with taste and nutrition. Impress your guests with each crunchy bite that feels like dining at a gourmet restaurant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced (preferably English)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, tuna, or chickpeas)
- 1/4 cup salad dressing (vinaigrette or creamy)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the lettuce cups by rinsing and patting dry the large romaine leaves.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and grate the carrots into uniform pieces.
- If using chicken or tuna, ensure it’s cooked and shredded. For chickpeas, rinse and season lightly.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with herbs and drizzle with dressing; mix gently.
- Spoon the mixture into the romaine leaves without overflowing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize your salad cups by adding bases like quinoa or couscous. Experiment with toppings such as nuts or seeds for extra texture. Always use fresh ingredients to enhance flavor and presentation.