Description
Crisp, refreshing, and absolutely crave-worthy, the Super Crunch Salad is a must-have in your rotation of quick lunch ideas and healthy snacks. Loaded with vibrant vegetables and crispy croutons, this easy recipe delivers texture and satisfaction in every bite. It’s ideal as a light dinner idea or served on the side of grilled proteins.
With a balance of juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumbers, and tangy onions, all kissed with a creamy dressing, this salad makes for one of the most satisfying food ideas when you want something nourishing and fast. Whether you’re planning weekday meal preps or looking for fresh and colorful dinner ideas, this salad has your back.
Ingredients
1 head romaine or leaf lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes (mixed colors if available), halved
1 cup cucumber, sliced into half-moons
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup croutons
1/4 cup creamy ranch or your preferred dressing
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Chop lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice cucumbers into half-moons.
- Thinly slice red onion and chop yellow bell pepper.
- In a large bowl, add lettuce as the base.
- Layer in tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and bell pepper.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle croutons on top.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad.
- Toss lightly to coat everything evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately for best crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad / Side / Light Lunch