Global House Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Global House Salad, a refreshing medley of crisp romaine lettuce, peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy toasted almonds. Enhanced with creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and a burst of freshness from chopped cilantro, this salad celebrates globally-inspired flavors in every bite. A zesty homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties it all together, creating a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile salad is ideal as a light side dish, a colorful starter, or even a wholesome lunch. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a weeknight meal, this Global House Salad will add a fresh and gourmet touch to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 large avocado
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup toasted almonds
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and arugula. Tear the romaine lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl along with the arugula.
Slice the English cucumber into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and dice the avocado into bite-sized chunks. Gently add both to the salad mixture.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle the toasted almonds for added crunch.
Chop the fresh cilantro finely and add it to the bowl for a burst of freshness.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately as a refreshing starter or side dish, and enjoy the global-inspired flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.1 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1773 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.2 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 850 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 3520 mg | 75% | |
*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.
