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Vegan Niçoise Salad
This vegan-friendly Niçoise Salad is a delicious and healthy option for lunch or dinner. It is packed with fresh vegetables like tomatoes, bell peppers, and olives, and topped with a delicious vegan dressing. The salad is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a light meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, chopped
- 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
- 1/2 cup soy or almond-based vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, and green beans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper, to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve the salad immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- If desired, top the salad with vegan cheese or nuts before serving.
- To make the salad heartier, add cooked quinoa, chickpeas, or other vegan proteins.
- For extra flavor, add herbs like parsley or basil, or diced red onion.
- Enjoy!