Description

Mixed Greens Salad is a fresh, customizable dish made with a variety of leafy greens and colorful vegetables, topped with a light vinaigrette. It serves as a quick and healthy side or main meal option.

Ingredients

4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine, frisée, or spring mix)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, sliced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup shredded carrots
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar (balsamic or red wine vinegar)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled cheese (feta, goat, or blue)
Optional: 2 tablespoons nuts or seeds (almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds)
Optional: 1 avocado, sliced
Optional: 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
Optional: Fresh herbs, to taste

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Instructions

Rinse and dry all greens thoroughly using a salad spinner or paper towels.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, and shredded carrots.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
Toss gently to coat the greens evenly with the dressing.
Top with any optional add-ins like cheese, nuts, avocado, dried cranberries, or herbs, and serve immediately.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh to maintain crisp texture.Store dressing separately to prevent sogginess.Can be made ahead by prepping ingredients in advance.Customize with proteins or grains for a more filling meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 120
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg