Mediterranean Salad with FullyRaw Hummus

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Tofu offers a dairy-free option, while ricotta is more affordable.

kalamata olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned black olives

Green olives provide a similar flavor profile, while canned black olives are budget-friendly.

Gather all ingredients for the salad and hummus.

Chiffonade kale and romaine lettuce into a large bowl.

Dice cherry tomatoes and cucumbers.

Add diced sweet baby bell peppers and celery to the bowl.

Chop heirloom tomatoes and add to the salad mix.

Finely chop cauliflower and add to the salad.

Add fresh mint and basil to the salad.

If desired, add chopped red onion and sprinkle cumin on top.

For the dressing, use fresh lemon juice and sprinkle cumin on top.

For the hummus, place chopped zucchini, lemon juice, garlic, and sesame seeds in a Vitamix blender.

Blend the ingredients until smooth, adjusting with more lemon juice if needed.

Serve the salad with the hummus as a dressing or side dip.

Optionally, garnish the salad with edible flowers for presentation.

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