Lemon Salad
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this Lemon Salad is the perfect fusion of tangy citrus and earthy greens. Featuring a medley of tender salad greens like arugula and spinach, this dish is elevated by a vibrant homemade lemon dressing made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant zest, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Each bite is layered with textures, from creamy crumbled feta to crunchy toasted pine nuts, while fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is a go-to choice for a quick lunch, a refreshing starter, or a light side dish. Simple yet sophisticated, it’s the ultimate recipe for anyone craving a nutritious yet flavor-packed salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, or mesclun)
- 1 whole Lemon
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 0.25 cups Pine nuts (lightly toasted)
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Zest the lemon, ensuring you only take the outer yellow layer and not the bitter white pith. Then, cut the lemon in half and juice it into a small bowl.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, the lemon zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the dressing is well combined and slightly emulsified.
Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad greens and gently toss until the greens are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pine nuts over the dressed greens.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Lemon Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.8 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2608 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 776 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1016 mg | 22% | |
*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.
