Mixed Green Salad with Parmesan Pepper Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Mixed Green Salad with Parmesan Pepper Dressing, a refreshing medley of crisp arugula, spinach, and romaine paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber slices, and a hint of spice from red onion. Topped with crunchy croutons and freshly grated Parmesan, this salad is a textural delight perfect for any occasion. The real star, however, is the creamy Parmesan Pepper Dressing, made from Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a touch of garlic powder, delivering a zesty, tangy flavor with a peppery kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is a quick and wholesome option for a light lunch or an impressive dinner side. Perfect for anyone seeking fresh salad recipes with a gourmet twist, this dish guarantees to brighten your table and your palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine, etc.)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cups Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.5 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, finely grated (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.75 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion to the bowl with the greens.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and croutons over the salad for texture and flavor.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, and Dijon mustard.
Add garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt to the bowl. Use a whisk to mix the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to create a creamy dressing consistency.
If the dressing is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water (one teaspoon at a time) to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Just before serving, drizzle the Parmesan Pepper Dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure every leaf is coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.2 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.8 g | 139% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 3005 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.5 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1436 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1969 mg | 42% | |
*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.
