Description
A simple and delicious mixed green salad recipe that’s perfect as a side dish or light main course. This salad is packed with fresh veggies and topped with a flavorful homemade dressing.
Ingredients
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Mixed Green Salad:
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, or arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts or seeds (optional)
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and shredded carrots.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle with the dressing just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Finish and Serve: Top with crumbled cheese and toasted nuts or seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Customize with any fresh veggies or toppings you love!
- This salad is great as a side dish or topped with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a light main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
