Description
This Loaded Veggie Burger Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish combining crisp romaine lettuce with juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and flavorful veggie burger crumbles, topped with a tangy homemade Dijon mustard dressing. Perfect for a quick, nutritious lunch or light dinner, this salad delivers a balanced mix of textures and tastes inspired by classic burger flavors without the bun.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 small tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium avocado, chopped
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 6 round dill pickle slices, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup cubed cheddar cheese
- 2 cooked veggie burgers, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the base salad: Add the chopped romaine lettuce evenly into two serving bowls. Top each bowl with chopped tomatoes, chopped avocado, diced red onion, chopped dill pickles, and cubed cheddar cheese, distributing each ingredient evenly to ensure balanced flavors.
- Add veggie burger crumbles: Crumble one cooked veggie burger over the top of each salad bowl, spreading it evenly to mimic burger texture and incorporate a savory protein element.
- Make the dressing (optional): In a mason jar or any container with a lid, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
- Dress and serve: Drizzle the prepared dressing over each salad to your preference. Toss lightly if desired or enjoy as is for a layered flavor experience.
Notes
- You can customize the dressing sweetness by adjusting the honey amount or substitute with maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
- For added crunch, consider topping the salad with toasted nuts or seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
- If you prefer a dairy-free option, replace cheddar cheese with a vegan cheese or omit it.
- The veggie burgers can be store-bought or homemade; cook according to package instructions before adding.
- Feel free to add a hard-boiled egg for extra protein if not strictly vegetarian.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for cooking veggie burgers)
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Veggie burger salad, loaded salad, vegetarian salad, healthy lunch recipe, easy salad dressing, no-cook salad
