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Green Goddess Salad
Alissa Marie Wellness

Green Goddess Salad w/ Chicken and Avocado Walnut Dressing

A fresh, crunchy salad that makes you actually want to eat your greens. Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli are tossed in a creamy, gut-friendly walnut-avocado dressing. Add chicken or chickpeas for protein and you’ve got a light, nourishing dinner that supports digestion, hormones, and overall gut health.
Gluten-free, high in fiber, and easy to prep for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Salad
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 cup finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup thinly shaved Brussels sprouts
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • 1 cooked chicken breast sliced (or 1 cup chickpeas for vegetarian option)
Walnut Green Goddess Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free
  • 1/4 avocado
  • 2-3 tbsp walnuts
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley + a few dill sprigs
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt + pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Prep the veggies: Shred cabbage, shave Brussels sprouts, chop broccoli. Toss in a large bowl. Optional: massage lightly with olive oil and lemon juice to soften.
  2. Cook chicken: Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cook and slice.
  3. Make dressing: Blend yogurt, avocado, walnuts, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth. Thin with 1–2 tsp water if needed.
  4. Assemble: Toss veggies with dressing, top with sliced chicken (or chickpeas), and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Cooking Tips

  • Roast or steam broccoli lightly for a softer texture if desired.
  • Make dressing ahead: stores 2–3 days in fridge.
  • Add seeds like pumpkin or sunflower for extra crunch and nutrients.
  • Swap chicken for chickpeas or tofu for a vegetarian protein boost.
Calories Protein Carbs Fat Fiber
   360 kcal     35 g     14 g    18 g    6 g