4 EASY + HEALTHY SALAD RECIPES ( That Are Absolutely Delicious!)

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Kale offers more nutrients while lettuce is often less expensive.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Zucchini is lower in calories, while cucumbers are usually cheaper.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, while red chili is more accessible.

Shred cabbage finely and place in a large mixing bowl.

Grate carrots and add to the bowl with the cabbage.

Chop onions and bell peppers, then mix into the salad.

In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Add lemon juice to the dressing and mix well until smooth.

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Add green peas and corn, mixing gently to combine.

Finely chop scotch bonnet pepper and add for heat, adjusting to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled as a side dish.

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