Description
This Savory Green Tossed Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines fresh greens and colorful vegetables for a refreshing meal. Perfect as a side or a stand-alone light lunch, this salad is quick to prepare and can be easily customized with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy the delightful crunch and burst of flavors in every bite as you nourish your body with this wholesome recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup grated aged cheese (Parmesan or crumbled feta)
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pumpkin seeds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse mixed greens under cold water and spin dry.
- Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion thinly.
- Grate or crumble the cheese over the greens and sprinkle nuts or seeds on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; drizzle with dressing just before serving.
- Serve immediately to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg