This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of NatureSweet. The opinions and texts are all mine. In fact, a light, crunchy veggie salad creates a perfect balance to any dinner menu or plate. It cleanses the palate and helps you feel good after the meal. I like veggie salads that have a crunch, are spicy, and have a strong flavor. That is why even the salad recipes I share on the blog cater to me and picky eaters like me. Simple, yet flavorful, this chopped salad is a great option even when you need a last-minute addition to your dining table. It’s as easy as just chopping and serving! I was very excited to partner with them to create this delicious salad recipe! We love NatureSweet Cherubs tomatoes not only for their bright color but also for their sweet and tangy flavor. NatureSweet tomatoes are grown with care and attention to maximize flavor and freshness. They are healthy and a source of many essential vitamins and minerals. Did you know that they are handpicked and shipped fresh within 24 hours? That’s what makes them so sweet. They are also tested for quality, so firmness, color, and blemishes.
Vegan salad recipeNo-cook recipeIs practically a meal on its ownThe croutons are made in an air fryerMade with healthy and fresh wholesome ingredientsMost of it can be prepped ahead of timeEvery bite bursts with flavorSimple, quick and easy to makeBudget-friendly
Tomatoes - I have used NatureSweet Cherubs in this recipe. They will also work well in the tomato rice recipe! Other veggies - cucumber, and onions give this salad a nice crunch and flavor. Greens - lettuce, parsley, and basil are what I have used. For flavoring - green chillies, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, black pepper, and sea salt will act like dressing in this vegan salad recipe.
Cut bread into even cubes. There is no need to remove the crust.Add olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasonings, red pepper flakes and salt to a small bowl. Add the cubed bread to a large bowl, pour the garlic oil mixture over the bread and toss to coat. Bake the croutons in the air fryer at 390 degrees for 6 minutes. Remove from the air fryer and let cool.
Serve a salad like this that’s a little different and special than the rest. Isn’t it good to see some greens on your dining table somewhere? It makes a delicious starter to any lunch or dinner. You can also pack this in lunchboxes. When doing so, pack the croutons separately. In fact, this delicious and hearty vegan croutons tomato salad recipe is also worthy of a meal. It’s filling and wholesome. If you are not vegan, mozzarella balls are also a great addition to this salad. Vegan cheese or nutritional yeast can also be sprinkled on top as garnish. You can also add more greens like baby kale, spinach, sweet pea leaves, or even beet leaves. Feel free to add more veggies of your choice like bell peppers, olives, etc. To add more protein, add cooked or canned beans like chickpeas, kidney beans, lentils, tofu, or paneer (this is not vegan though). Cooked pasta can also be added. Like this recipe? Please show your love by leaving a 5-star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟rating below! You can also follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest to see more delicious vegetarian and vegan recipes and what I’m getting up to.
