Jump into the warmer weather with this Refreshing Arugula Salad with Lime Mint Vinaigrette! It is a flavor explosion that hits all the marks.

Jump into Spring and dream of Summer with this utterly refreshing Salad. The base is arugula and finely shredded purple cabbage, topped with chopped cucumbers, sliced avocados, berries, and slivered almonds. This salad has a level of sweetness but is not overly sweet. Besides it being tasty, it is also very nutritious, hitting your fiber, antioxidant and healthy fats goals!

Enjoy this salad as a side dish for your next vegan BBQ. Serve it alongside some grilled tofu or vegan burgers. Alternatively, eat it as is for a good lunch option.

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How to Make this Refreshing Arugula Salad Recipe with Lime Mint Vinaigrette:

What you will need:

• Baby Arugula
• Mini Cucumbers
• Purple Cabbage
• Avocados
• Slivered Almonds
• Blackberries and Blueberries
• Olive Oil
• Fresh Mint
• Maple Syrup
• Lime

Substitutions:

Arugula: Finely chopped kale would also work well in this salad, giving it a slightly crunchier texture.

Slivered Almonds: You can use any nuts you like, hazelnuts are another great option.

Mini Cucumbers: You can use regular cucumbers as well but I find mini ones are crunchier.

Maple Syrup: You can use other sweeter like agave, or sugar/sugar alternatives.

Berries: You can use strawberries, grapes, pomegranate seeds, or whatever fruit calls to you.

Optional Add-ins:

• Vegan feta
• Grilled tofu
• Cooked and cooled quinoa or other grains

Storage:

This salad stores well in the refrigerator. If you do plan on storing it, keep the dressing and avocados separate to avoid a soggy salad.