3 Color Salad with Maple Vinaigrette
Bursting with vibrant hues and fresh flavors, the 3 Color Salad with Maple Vinaigrette is a feast for the eyes and palate. Featuring tender mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp yellow bell pepper, and shredded purple cabbage, this salad delivers a colorful medley of textures. The homemade maple vinaigrette, a perfectly balanced blend of olive oil, pure maple syrup, tangy apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, adds a touch of sweetness and zing to every bite. For extra crunch, toasted slivered almonds crown this dish, while optional crumbled feta lends a creamy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free meal is ideal for a quick lunch or as a stunning side at your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or baby kale)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup Purple cabbage
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese (optional)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1.5 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Deseed the yellow bell pepper and slice it into thin strips. Shred the purple cabbage into small pieces. Add these prepared vegetables to the bowl with the greens.
Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
If desired, crumble the feta cheese and set aside to be added as a topping.
To make the maple vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until well combined and emulsified.
Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Top the salad with toasted slivered almonds and feta cheese (if using) for added crunch and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant, healthy 3 Color Salad with Maple Vinaigrette!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.8 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2057 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 562 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1821 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
