Mixed Baby Greens and Avocado W Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with nutrients, this Mixed Baby Greens and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette is your go-to recipe for a healthy yet satisfying dish. Featuring tender mixed baby greens, creamy ripe avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a hint of sharpness from thinly sliced red onion, this salad is perfectly balanced in both flavor and texture. The standout element? A zesty homemade Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. This 15-minute recipe is quick, easy, and perfect as a crisp side dish or a light meal. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, it’s a vibrant addition to any table that’s full of flavor and goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed baby greens
- 1 whole Ripe avocado
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the mixed baby greens, then place them into a large salad bowl.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and slice the red onion thinly. Add them to the salad bowl with the greens.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Slice into wedges or cubes, and gently toss into the salad.
Mince the garlic finely for the vinaigrette.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
Drizzle the Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side salad or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.5 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 848 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2393 mg | 51% | |
*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.
